Head of Finance - Rapid Growth AI Start-Up (Post $500m+ Series A) | Bay Area Head of Finance - Rapid Growth AI Start-Up (Post $500m+ Series A) | Bay Area Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Harmonic Finance Inc | Certified B Corp provided pay range This range is provided by Harmonic Finance Inc | Certified B Corp. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $300,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Harmonic Finance Inc | Certified B Corp Co-Founder at Harmonic Talent Group | Finance & Ops Recruitment for Start-Up & Scale-Ups Head of Finance | Rapid Growth AI Start-Up (Post Series A) | Bay Area The Client Harmonic are proud to have been retained by a rapidly growing VC Backed AI start-up revolutionizing mankind’s understanding of the physical sciences. With the ability to take massive leaps forward in our interpretation of the laws which underpin physics, the business has applications impacting space exploration, climate and green energy, advanced computing, robotics, defense and global food supply chain. They are currently in stealth mode and incubated by a major VC player with a track record in the last 3 years of launching some of the fastest growing and transformative AI businesses in their respective fields. They are going to announce one of the largest Series A fundraises in start-up history (up to $1 billion) with multiple top tier VC backers that are working together on similar ventures. Our client has a genuinely values led culture with an incredibly bright leadership team. Founded by award winning scientists and AI industry leaders they are now building out their leadership team. This is much more than an opportunity to join an AI business but a chance to be at the forefront of multiple technological leaps which can change the shape of human history! The Role : The Head of Finance & Accounting will own the build out of the FP&A, Strategic Finance and Controllership functions. Taking responsibility for the development of financial modelling, strategic planning and insightful analysis, the Head of Finance & Accounting will be key in driving improved understanding and performance while establishing best in class Controls to an ‘IPO ready’ standard. Additionally, the position offers significant exposure and the opportunity to build relationships with the CEO and wider Exec team making recommendations that will deliver growth. This position really is a true blank slate as the business is set to scale from under 20 to close 200 heads in 12 months Responsibilities : Own the development of exceptional financial modelling Establish Forecasting and Budgeting processes (FP&A) Work closely with the CEO as an Executive Business Partner Build KPI’s and analytics to make sense of complex data and present this to decision makers across the business Establish robust budgeting processes for AI research and product development Produce mid and long term strategic planning Implement scalable financial controls and processes Lead the setup of multiple international entities ensuring appropriate financial controls and compliance processes are established In due course insource the Controllership function and oversee month-end, day-to-day Accounting Liaise with Auditors to prepare the first audit Identify and build relationships with third party tax experts in international locations Implement scalable ERP system Liaise with and establish complex government contracts Produce monthly Board Reporting with detailed commentary Business Partner with multiple teams in the business to challenge numbers and bring improved performance Create dashboards and improve the accuracy of forecasting periodically Prepare the business for future funding rounds What We Need : Background in Investment banking, experience working in VC/PE firms or Corporate Finance/ M&A advisory experience OR relevant industry experience in a rapid growth Tech start-up (this can include AI, Deeptech, AI, Robotics, Defense, Biotech, Climate Tech and Green Energy, SaaS, Fintech) Ideally a qualified CPA (or has overseen and managed Controllership functions in a fast growth environment which has required being truly hands-on) Exceptional financial modelling skills High level of commercial acumen What We’d Love to See (Non-Essential) : Experience in a VC backed Tech start-up which has raised over $100m Experience dealing with government contracts Experience in R&D heavy environments Experienced leading international teams with multiple entities Experience establishing FP&A and Accounting processes simultaneously in a VC backed start-up (Ideally AI) Salary : $300,000 to $350,000 + bonus + share options Start Date : ASAP Location : San Francisco Bay Area (Hybrid model and will consider exceptional remote first candidates) To apply or to explore more about this exciting role, please contact Fin on fin@harmonicfinance.com Feel free to share this remarkable opportunity with your network of friends and contacts who may be interested At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation. Seniority level Seniority level Executive Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing Industries Technology, Information and Media, Biotechnology Research, and Space Research and Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harmonic Finance Inc | Certified B Corp by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Get notified about new Head of Finance jobs in San Francisco Bay Area . 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