Strategic Finance Director

18 hours ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Avidbots Corp. Full time

About Avidbots Corp.

We are a pioneering leader in robotics, dedicated to cutting-edge autonomous cleaning solutions for commercial and industrial environments. Our mission is to revolutionize cleaning and maintenance tasks with innovative, efficient, and sustainable robotic technologies.

We offer groundbreaking autonomous cleaning robots, specifically the Neo 2 and Kas, redefining the cleaning industry with state-of-the-art technology, advanced navigation, and data-driven insights. These robots perform tasks such as scrubbing and sanitization, maintaining cleanliness in various industries, including airports, shopping malls, warehouses, retail, and more.

This role will be responsible for leading our Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) function, which will play a critical role in supporting our growth and scaling globally. The Director of Financial Strategy will partner with key business leaders to drive the financial strategy and create rigorous processes and systems for our growth plan.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and develop the FP&A team, fostering a collaborative and business partnership mindset across business teams.
  • Own the Company's Operating Plan, directing and overseeing all aspects of the FP&A function.
  • Act as a Business Partner and Trusted Advisor to all functions within Avidbots Corp., including Sales and Marketing, Account Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Product, R&D, PMO, and Corporate Shared Services teams.
  • Support leadership in developing and evaluating short and long-term strategic financial objectives and provide recommendations to enhance financial performance.
  • Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Account Management teams to develop and execute growth strategy and provide oversight and management of financial terms for commercial deals, partnerships, and global expansion opportunities.
  • Improve and maintain company metrics and KPIs, partner with business stakeholders to develop metrics cascades enabling alignment and cohesion of the Operating Plan execution.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation and analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts.
  • Own the preparation of periodic board and investor reporting, as well as support capital raising and due diligence activities.
Requirements:
  • Curious and empathetic leader with a collaborative mindset, seeking to learn, grow, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and growth.
  • Hands-on leader with excellent communication, analytical, project management, and time management skills, able to balance strategy with execution in a scaling start-up.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related degree required.
  • 10+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, with excellent financial modeling skills and a demonstrated track record in creating value in manufacturing, hardware, software, and services business models.
  • Ability to multi-task efficiently, collaborate cross-functionally, and lead and inspire the FP&A team in a hybrid work environment.

Avidbots Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce and offers a professional working environment and culture. We believe in a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination or hate against members of any race, religion, or sexual orientation.



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