Head of Finance

Woburn, MassachusettsOnsiteDirect Hire$180k - $250kA 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 fieldDesired 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 skillsWhat You Will Be DoingTech Breakdown
• 40% Financial Planning & Analysis
• 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations
• 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance
• 15% Executive & Board PartnershipDaily Responsibilities
• 50% Hands On
• 25% Management Duties
• 25% Team CollaborationThe Offer

• Bonus eligibleYou 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.Second Paragraph:

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 fieldDesired 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 skillsWhat You Will Be DoingTech Breakdown
• 40% Financial Planning & Analysis
• 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations
• 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance
• 15% Executive & Board PartnershipDaily Responsibilities
• 50% Hands On
• 25% Management Duties
• 25% Team CollaborationThe Offer

• Bonus eligibleYou 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.