Head of Finance

Pika•Palo Alto, CA

1d•$180,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pika is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Finance to join our on-site team in Palo Alto. As Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the overall financial leadership of the company, driving strategy, planning, compliance, and execution to enable our next phase of growth as a creative AI leader. You’ll work closely with the executive team to ensure financial health, transparency, and effective resource allocation, guiding Pika’s business decisions and growth strategy.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive finance leadership, including experience managing a finance team in a high-growth company or startup
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, accounting principles, and business analytics
Broad experience managing full-stack finance functions, including budgeting, treasury, compliance, and internal controls
Strong track record of supporting fundraising, investor reporting, and board deliverables
Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organization and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with confidence presenting to C-suite leadership and the board
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required

Nice To Haves

Experience in technology, SaaS, or creative AI sectors
Prior leadership within a venture-backed startup
Experience implementing or scaling financial systems or working with external partners
CPA or MBA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all aspects of Pika’s financial operations, including accounting, FP&A, budgeting, treasury, AP/AR, and payroll
Build and manage scalable financial planning, modeling, and forecasting processes to guide executive decision-making
Develop and drive the company’s financial strategy, including long-term planning, fundraising support, and cross-functional resource allocation
Direct timely and accurate month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, statutory audits, and tax filings
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as GAAP and internal controls
Monitor key financial indicators and provide proactive insights on risks, opportunities, and performance trends
Set up and manage financial systems and controls necessary for a high-growth, venture-backed environment
Partner with leadership across departments (Product, Sales, Operations) to evaluate and support business initiatives and company-wide strategy