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AeroVectDirector, Finance
AeroVect is seeking a Director, Finance to serve as its very first finance hire. Operating remotely, this role involves shaping the entire finance function as deployment…
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AeroVect is seeking a Director, Finance to serve as its very first finance hire. Operating remotely, this role involves shaping the entire finance function as deployment scales for a Series A company backed by venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. The organization develops autonomous ground handling solutions utilized by major global airlines and ground service providers. This position suits an independent professional who can manage both high-level financial…
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AeroVect is seeking a Director, Finance to serve as its very first finance hire. Operating remotely, this role involves shaping the entire finance function as deployment scales for a Series A company backed by venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. The organization develops autonomous ground handling solutions utilized by major global airlines and ground service providers. This position suits an independent professional who can manage both high-level financial planning and hands-on accounting tasks.
The person in this role will handle monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, multi-entity consolidations, and revenue recognition across US, Canadian, and UK operations. Responsibilities also include overseeing accounts payable and receivable, establishing controls, and coordinating audits and tax compliance with external specialists. Additionally, the role drives annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, cash flow management, financial modeling, and system improvements including potential ERP implementation and AI workflow automation.
Responsibilities
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP
- Oversee multi-entity consolidation, foreign currency accounting, and intercompany transactions for US, Canadian, and UK entities
- Own revenue recognition and oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Establish practical controls and coordinate tax compliance and audit preparation with external advisers
- Lead the annual budget, rolling forecast, and financial model in collaboration with department leaders
- Maintain short and long-term cash forecasts covering working capital, capital expenditure, and financing needs
- Analyze customer and deployment economics, pricing, and expansion scenarios
- Improve accounting and planning systems, evaluate ERP options, and utilize automation and AI tools to reduce manual tasks
- Support evaluations of debt and equipment financing solutions
- Prepare financial diligence materials and assist with fundraising alongside leadership and external advisers
Requirements
- Over 8 years of progressive finance and accounting experience including close ownership and financial reporting at a growing company
- CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting qualification
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP including ASC 606 revenue recognition
- Experience operating independently in a small finance team or as the primary accounting owner
- Demonstrated ownership of budgets, cash forecasts, financial models, and variance analysis
- Experience with multi-entity accounting and cross-border operations involving US financial reporting and external tax advisers
- Strong spreadsheet and financial systems skills along with sound judgment and clear communication
Qualifications
- Experience at a venture-backed company in robotics, hardware, industrial automation, or logistics
- Experience handling inventory, hardware, and robotics-as-a-service business models
- Experience implementing an ERP and utilizing modern finance tools
- Experience supporting equity fundraising, debt facilities, equipment financing, or financial due diligence
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is remote.
What is the employment type?
The employment type is full-time.
What is the salary for this role?
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What experience is required for this position?
Candidates must have over 8 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, a CPA designation or equivalent, strong US GAAP knowledge, and experience operating independently in a small finance team.
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