San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
About Poseidon Aerospace: Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two…
Skills: Accounting, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Financial operations
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
About Poseidon Aerospace: Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two…
Skills: Full-cycle Recruiting, Technical Sourcing, ATS Configuration, Workforce Planning, Candidate Experience
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
About Poseidon Aerospace: Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two…
Skills: ECU Tuning, 4-Stroke Piston Engines, Engine Test-Stand Operation, DAQ, Aircraft Propeller Systems
San Francisco, California, United States · On-site
About Poseidon Aerospace: Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two…
Skills: UAS Operational Experience, Remote Pilot in Command, Flight Testing, Airspace Coordination, Mission Planning
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The Head of Finance will own the company's finance function, including accounting, FP&A, treasury, and tax operations. They will also lead capital strategy, manage banking relationships, and build scalable financial systems to support company growth.
Candidates must have at least five years of relevant finance experience, ideally in early-stage, high-growth, or capital-intensive companies. Strong hands-on experience in accounting, financial planning, and securing various forms of capital is required.
Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two tons of payload over a thousand nautical miles. From remote communities to contested logistics operations, our platforms unlock a new cost curve for air freight, making it faster, cheaper, and accessible anywhere it's needed. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with locations in Washington DC, Oregon, and Maine; we're building something consequential.
Poseidon is looking for a Head of Finance to own our finance function and help shape how we fund and scale the company. You will lead accounting, FP&A, treasury, tax, and financial operations while partnering with leadership on planning, capital allocation, and financing strategy. This is a hands-on role for someone comfortable moving between long-term decisions and day-to-day execution.
Own accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, tax, treasury, procurement, and cash management.
Provide leadership with a clear view of performance, liquidity, runway, and future capital needs.
Develop Poseidon’s capital strategy across equity, loans, credit facilities, equipment financing, and leases.
Lead financing processes and manage relationships with banks, lenders, and leasing providers.
Evaluate major equipment purchases and investments based on return, cash flow, risk, and financing options.
Build scalable financial systems, controls, and processes.
Support fundraising, investor reporting, board materials, audits, and financial diligence.
Manage external accounting, tax, audit, and financial partners.
You have at least five years of relevant finance experience, including:
Experience leading finance at an early-stage, high-growth, technology, industrial, or R&D-driven company.
Strong hands-on experience across accounting, FP&A, treasury, and operational finance.
Experience evaluating or securing loans, equipment financing, leases, or other forms of capital.
Experience building financial systems and processes from the ground up.
The ability to move comfortably between strategic planning, external negotiations, and detailed execution.
Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
High integrity, sound judgment, and a strong sense of ownership.
Experience with capital-intensive businesses, lender relationships, venture financing, or non-dilutive funding is a plus.
Competitive salary and meaningful early-stage equity
Relocation support if applicable
Employee Health Benefit Plans
6% Retirement matching
Flexible PTO
Free lunches, snacks, and a stocked fridge at our offices
AI tools and subscriptions
Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. At Poseidon Aerospace, we value diverse perspectives and are always looking for talented individuals with unconventional backgrounds.
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Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two tons of payload over a thousand nautical miles. From remote communities to contested logistics operations, our platforms unlock a new cost curve for air freight, making it faster, cheaper, and accessible anywhere it's needed. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Washington, DC and Maine, we're a small team building something consequential.
Offices: San Francisco, California 94107, US
View all jobs at Poseidon AerospaceBuilding the unmanned backbone of tomorrow's logistics. Apply for jobs on our website below
Poseidon Aerospace is reimagining how the world moves goods. We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two tons of payload over a thousand nautical miles. From remote communities to contested logistics operations, our platforms unlock a new cost curve for air freight, making it faster, cheaper, and accessible anywhere it's needed. Headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Washington, DC and Maine, we're a small team building something consequential.
Offices: San Francisco, California 94107, US
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