VP of Finance

Ironsite AI•San Francisco, CA

2d•$200,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ironsite is seeking its first VP of Finance to establish and scale the finance function, supporting the company's growth from a Series A startup to a category-defining hardware, software, and AI company. This role encompasses accounting operations, financial planning, internal controls, and corporate development. The VP of Finance will serve as a key financial partner to the CEO and founding team, manage financial data for the board and investors, and provide strategic guidance on capital deployment, P&L structure, and potential acquisitions. This is a hands-on role for an individual who has prior experience building a finance function at a hardware company and possesses the ambition to shape Ironsite's growth over the next decade. The ideal candidate will have deep operational finance experience in hardware with recurring revenue, the ability to build a scalable accounting, planning, and controls foundation, and strategic instincts for corporate development.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive finance experience
At least 5 years in a senior finance role at a hardware company with recurring revenue
Deep experience with hardware product finance, including cost accounting, BOM management, NPI financial support, and gross margin optimization
Strong experience with recurring revenue business models, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), ARR reporting, and subscription unit economics
Hands-on experience owning the full finance function at a Series A through Series C company, including budgeting, forecasting, close, audit, and board reporting
Demonstrated experience deploying and administering modern ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred), including financial modules, cost accounting, and inventory integration
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting standards, internal controls, and compliance requirements, with SOX experience or SOX-readiness experience
Corporate development instinct: experience as part of an M&A team, led financial diligence on acquisitions, or structured strategic partnerships with material commercial terms
Track record of building or scaling a finance function, including hiring and mentoring accounting and FP&A talent
Strong analytical skills and comfort building financial models from first principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience at a hardware company that scaled from early production through multiple product generations and multiple financing rounds
Experience leading or supporting M&A transactions from origination through close (financial diligence, deal structuring, integration planning)
Experience preparing a company for larger financing events (later-stage rounds, growth equity, or eventual IPO readiness)
Prior experience as a founding or early finance hire at a startup that scaled meaningfully
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
CPA or MBA is a plus
Familiarity with construction, industrial, or field-services businesses
Experience with international operations, supply chain finance, or contract manufacturing partnerships
Prior investment banking, private equity, or venture capital experience
Experience with data licensing or partnership deal structures where the commercial terms are non-standard

Responsibilities

Design and execute the budgeting and forecasting process, including annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts, and long-range financial models.
Develop P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts for real-time visibility into company performance.
Collaborate with operations, sales, hardware, and research leadership to translate operating plans into financial statements.
Manage scenario planning, unit economics modeling, and the financial framework for business investments.
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, revenue recognition, and cash management.
Prepare and review financial statements for internal and external stakeholders.
Manage month-end and year-end close processes, focusing on speed, accuracy, and reporting quality.
Own recurring revenue accounting and key operational metrics (ARR, gross margin, cash burn, LTV, CAC, retention).
Act as a core team member in the NPI process, representing finance and cost accounting.
Maintain and improve product cost projections for budgeting, reporting, and pricing strategy.
Partner with supply chain, manufacturing engineering, and product leadership on cost tracking, BOM analysis, and gross margin optimization.
Implement and maintain scalable internal controls, preparing for SOX readiness.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, coordinate external audits, and oversee tax filings.
Manage financial modules of the ERP system (NetSuite or similar).
Build financial reporting infrastructure for real-time leadership visibility.
Design and implement systems, processes, and controls for finance function scalability.
Serve as the CEO's strategic finance partner on capital allocation, fundraising, and inorganic growth.
Identify, evaluate, structure, and execute acquisitions.
Lead financial diligence on partnership and M&A opportunities.
Support future fundraising rounds.
Partner with the CEO and founding team on strategic decisions.
Hire, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.
Manage relationships with external partners (accounting firm, tax advisors, banks, audit firm).
Build the finance operating cadence, reporting rhythm, and business review process.