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Salary: USD 320,000 - 480,000 / annual
Velo3D is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the company's financial strategy, planning, and management as a key member of the executive leadership team. The CFO will oversee financial operations, risk management, and capital structure while ensuring financial health and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
**Financial Strategy & Leadership**: Develop and execute the company's financial strategy to support growth, innovation, and profitability. Advise the CEO and executive team on financial performance, risk management, and investment decisions. Provide financial insights to support pricing strategies, cost control, and operational efficiencies in the additive manufacturing industry. Develop long-term financial models aligned with growth objectives, including new market expansion and product development.
**Financial Planning, Reporting & Compliance**: Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis. Oversee financial reporting (GAAP, IFRS, SEC standards), ensuring accuracy and compliance. Prepare reports for the board of directors, investors, and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and financial governance requirements.
**Capital Management & Fundraising**: Manage capital structure, financing strategies, and cash flow. Lead fundraising efforts including venture capital, private equity, debt financing, and R&D grants. Establish relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions.
**Mergers & Acquisitions & Strategic Partnerships**: Evaluate M&A opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning. Assess IP valuation, licensing deals, and technology investments.
**Risk Management & Compliance**: Identify and mitigate financial risks, currency fluctuations, and market volatility. Oversee supply chain and procurement financial strategies. Ensure compliance with industry standards including ISO 9001, AS9100 (Aerospace), and ITAR (Defense/Automotive).
Velo3D manufactures advanced metal additive manufacturing (AM) systems, including the Sapphire laser powder bed fusion printer, Flow print preparation software, and Assure quality assurance system. The company enables on-demand manufacturing of production-quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with design freedom and quality control.
**Requirements**:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
- CPA required (or equivalent certification such as CFA)
- 10+ years of financial leadership experience, preferably in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or medical device industries
- Experience in hardware, materials science, or additive manufacturing companies is a strong plus
- Proven track record in fundraising, investor relations, and capital markets
- Deep understanding of cost accounting, revenue recognition, and financial modeling in manufacturing environments
- Strong expertise in venture funding, M&A, and strategic financial planning
- Knowledge of ERP systems (NetSuite), financial analytics, and AI-driven financial tools
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with executive and investor stakeholders
