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AeroVect is a Series A autonomous ground-handling company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving, serving major airlines and ground service providers globally.
You will be AeroVect's first finance hire, owning the complete finance function as the company scales deployments. This is a foundational role to build and shape financial operations from the ground up.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting & Financial Reporting
- Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP
- Manage multi-entity consolidation, foreign currency accounting, and intercompany transactions across US, Canadian, and UK entities
- Own revenue recognition (ASC 606)
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable; establish practical controls
- Coordinate tax compliance and audit preparation with external advisers
Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Own the annual budget, rolling forecast, and financial model in partnership with department leaders
- Connect hiring plans, deployment schedules, and spending to business priorities
- Maintain short and long-term cash forecasts, including working capital, capex, and financing needs
- Analyze customer and deployment economics, pricing, and expansion scenarios
Systems & Operations
- Improve accounting and planning systems, including ERP selection or implementation
- Use automation and AI tools to reduce manual work while maintaining reliable review processes
- Support evaluation of debt and equipment financing solutions
- Prepare financial diligence materials and support fundraising with leadership and external advisers
REQUIREMENTS
- 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including ownership of the close and financial reporting at a growing company
- CPA designation or equivalent professional accounting qualification, with strong US GAAP knowledge including ASC 606 revenue recognition
- Experience operating independently in a small finance team or as the primary accounting owner, with ability to build processes and personally execute the work
- Demonstrated ownership of budgets, cash forecasts, financial models, and variance analysis; ability to translate operating assumptions into financial implications and clear recommendations
- Experience with multi-entity accounting and cross-border operations, including US financial reporting and coordination with external tax advisers
- Strong spreadsheet and financial systems skills, sound judgment, and clear communication
PREFERRED
- Experience at a VC-backed company, particularly in robotics, hardware, industrial automation, or logistics
- Experience with inventory, hardware, or robotics-as-a-service models
- Experience implementing an ERP and using modern finance tools
- Experience supporting equity fundraising, debt facilities, equipment financing, or financial due diligence
