Overview
Head of Finance Jobs in Waltham, MA at Motion Recruitment
Title: Head of Finance
Company: Motion Recruitment
Location: Waltham, MA
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.
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 field
Desired 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 skills
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
- 40% Financial Planning & Analysis
- 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations
- 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance
- 15% Executive & Board Partnership
Daily Responsibilities
- 50% Hands On
- 25% Management Duties
- 25% Team Collaboration
The Offer
- Bonus eligible
You 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.
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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.
You 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.
Posted By: Shane Tomlinson
