Head of Finance

About the job

A fast-growing robotics and physical AI company in the Greater Boston area is hiring a full-time Head of Finance / SVP of Finance to help scale operations during a major growth phase. This hybrid leadership role will oversee financial operations, FP&A, controllership, treasury, compliance, and investor reporting for a venture-backed organization focused on robotics, automation, computer vision, and intelligent hardware systems. The company is transitioning from advanced R&D and pilot deployments into commercial scale and revenue generation, creating a unique opportunity to build finance infrastructure from the ground up.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a true CFO-successor track position with a clear path to executive leadership within 12–24 months. The organization is looking for a hands-on finance leader who can operate strategically with executives and investors while also building scalable processes internally. The right candidate will help shape the future of a high-growth robotics business by driving financial rigor, improving operational visibility, and building the systems needed to support rapid expansion. This role offers direct exposure to board-level decision making, fundraising strategy, commercial scaling, and long-term organizational growth.

Required Skills & Experience

· 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience

· Strong background in FP&A, controllership, treasury, and financial operations

· Experience within venture-backed startups, robotics, hardware, manufacturing, SaaS, or technology environments

· Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and audit-ready financial reporting

· Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow modeling, and board reporting

· Knowledge of equity administration, cap table management, and 409A valuation processes

· Experience overseeing external auditors, tax providers, and banking relationships

· Ability to build and improve financial controls and operational processes

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Desired Skills & Experience

· CPA designation strongly preferred

· Experience supporting Series B/C or later-stage startup growth

· Background working with hardware, AI, robotics, or operationally intensive businesses

· Experience implementing ERP, accounting, or financial planning systems

· Familiarity with investor relations and board-level communication

· Experience building and scaling finance teams in high-growth environments

· Strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

· 40% Financial Planning & Analysis

· 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations

· 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance

· 15% Executive & Board Partnership

Daily Responsibilities

· 50% Hands On

· 25% Management Duties

· 25% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

· Medical Insurance

· Dental Benefits

· Vision Benefits

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 401(k)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

A fast-growing robotics and physical AI company in the Greater Boston area is hiring a full-time Head of Finance / SVP of Finance to help scale operations during a major growth phase. This hybrid leadership role will oversee financial operations, FP&A, controllership, treasury, compliance, and investor reporting for a venture-backed organization focused on robotics, automation, computer vision, and intelligent hardware systems. The company is transitioning from advanced R&D and pilot deployments into commercial scale and revenue generation, creating a unique opportunity to build finance infrastructure from the ground up.

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This is a rare opportunity to step into a true CFO-successor track position with a clear path to executive leadership within 12–24 months. The organization is looking for a hands-on finance leader who can operate strategically with executives and investors while also building scalable processes internally. The right candidate will help shape the future of a high-growth robotics business by driving financial rigor, improving operational visibility, and building the systems needed to support rapid expansion. This role offers direct exposure to board-level decision making, fundraising strategy, commercial scaling, and long-term organizational growth.

Required Skills & Experience

· 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting leadership experience

· Strong background in FP&A, controllership, treasury, and financial operations

· Experience within venture-backed startups, robotics, hardware, manufacturing, SaaS, or technology environments

· Deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and audit-ready financial reporting

· Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow modeling, and board reporting

· Knowledge of equity administration, cap table management, and 409A valuation processes

· Experience overseeing external auditors, tax providers, and banking relationships

· Ability to build and improve financial controls and operational processes

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Desired Skills & Experience

· CPA designation strongly preferred

· Experience supporting Series B/C or later-stage startup growth

· Background working with hardware, AI, robotics, or operationally intensive businesses

· Experience implementing ERP, accounting, or financial planning systems

· Familiarity with investor relations and board-level communication

· Experience building and scaling finance teams in high-growth environments

· Strong leadership and cross-functional communication skills

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

· 40% Financial Planning & Analysis

· 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations

· 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance

· 15% Executive & Board Partnership

Daily Responsibilities

· 50% Hands On

· 25% Management Duties

· 25% Team Collaboration

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

· Medical Insurance

· Dental Benefits

· Vision Benefits

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 401(k)

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.