Air Protein · 15 hours ago

Chief Financial Officer

California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$253K/yr - $348K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Oversee all financial operations, including cash management, investments, insurance, real estate, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, with a focus on delivering accurate and timely information to support the growth and profitability of Air Protein.

Develop and implement financial strategies to support Air Protein's growth plans, including fundraising, investor management, and board management, while also ensuring compliance with all financial and regulatory requirements e.g. FASB, IRS

Manage financial risk through assessment of company balance sheet; evaluate and manage the company capital structure

Build relationships and work with government, financial institutions and investors to identify and develop creative financing strategies, and secure funding for the company while minimizing financial risks and equity dilution

Develop and implement best practices and tools to ensure a flexible but well controlled organization that has strong fiscal management and workflows

Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to team members, while also fostering a positive company culture that promotes financial responsibility and accountability.

Collaborate with the CEO and other executives to define and execute Air Protein's business strategy, with a focus on building and managing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including investors, suppliers, and customers.

Support all licensing deals and negotiate agreements to support the growth and profitability of Air Protein, while also building and scaling successful partnerships that enable the global positioning of Air Protein today and in the future.

Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to support the business operations of Air Protein, while also anticipating financial issues before they arise and proactively suggesting long-term solutions.

Monitor business performance with appropriate scorecards and prepare detailed reports for Board of Directors meetings, the executive team and other relevant stakeholders.

Serve on the executive leadership team of the company

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, finance, or a related field is required

At least 10 years of experience in finance, fundraising, investment banking, licensing deals, or a related field, with a proven track record of success in building and scaling businesses

Experience as a CFO leader of a manufacturing business

Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and execute complex financial strategies, and excellent judgment to make sound financial decisions independently

Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, and experience managing and leading high-performing teams

Experience working in a startup environment, with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with startup growth

Committed to continuous learning and professional development in the financial industry

Proficiency in financial management systems and tools, such as financial modeling software, accounting software, and business intelligence tools