Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become the trusted world leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is developing an industry-leading artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for driverless long-haul trucking applications. Kodiak’s unique modular hardware approach integrates sensors into a streamlined sensor-pod structure that optimizes for perception, scalability, and maintainability. The company autonomously delivers freight daily for its commercial customers across the Sun Belt states and for Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin. Kodiak also leverages its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.
We are looking for a Strategic Finance Manager who can work across the entire finance organization of a fast-paced startup and help us build the financial backbone for our business. In this role you will wear many hats, and be excited to support FP&A, Investor Relations, as well Corporate Development, Corporate Strategy and Business Operations. The right person for this role has a flexible, client-service mentality from years in a professional services environment (eg, investment banking, consulting) and can balance careful, long-term, analytical work product with a bias for prompt, proactive action to drive progress.
Key attributes for success include: strong finance and accounting fundamentals; sharp critical thinking skills; ability to rapidly produce and iterate custom, high-impact work product for executive consumption; meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; and, the courage to speak up and ask questions with tact and contextual awareness. Initially, this role is scoped to be an individual contributor, but anticipate it will evolve into a team leadership role as the company continues to grow. The position is highly visible and involves collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders.
In this role you will:
- Author and support development of high-impact presentation materials for C-level executives and Board of Directors-level audiences.
- Prepare custom, detailed financial analyses and models of various kinds as needed, including forecasts of new or alternative revenue streams, M&A, PF capitalization, debt recap analyses, and component cost analysis. Support updates and modifications to existing model platforms in use at the company.
- Produce recurring and ad-hoc reporting of performance versus plan, variance analysis, metrics and KPIs.
- Assist in developing and implementing appropriate FP&A systems and processes for planning cadences, reporting, forecasting and consolidations. Participate in core finance and accounting processes/requirements (eg, quarterly close) and make proactive suggestions for process improvement.
- Seek opportunities to reduce forecast variances to plan. Be alert for opportunities to drive cost from our model. Develop formats and approaches for reporting on variances vs. plan and the story behind the numbers.
- Partner with all functions of the business to provide financial perspectives and guidance, analyses of investments and purchases, and revenue and expense analytics.
- Participate in recruiting to support the aggressive growth of the company.
What you'll bring:
- 6+ years minimum of experience in investment banking, private equity or corporate development, coupled with complex financial analyses.
- Experience owning and running various FP&A processes such as annual plan, monthly and quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic planning.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBAs, CPAs and CFAs are a bonus.
- Intellectual agility, curiosity and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode. You have the ability to dive deep into a wide range of complex topics, quickly deduce accurate findings and provide actionable recommendations.
- Tremendous work ethic. You are diligent and committed to the task at hand while being able to balance speed and efficiency.
- Ability to conceptualize, build, audit and modify cash and GAAP financial models a must
- Has the ability to work independently, effectively handle multiple competing priorities and manage deadlines under pressure.
- Advanced data analytics and systems skills. You possess the ability to extract, clean, prepare, analyze, visualize and present data with thoughtful insights for operational improvement. You can handle complexity but simplify when necessary.
- Experience building and developing bottoms-ups financial operating models from scratch in Excel and is well versed in foundational accounting concepts, e.g., ability to build a 3-statement financial model, strong understanding of various business models and associated revenue models; advanced accounting knowledge a plus.
- Experience and knowledge of business operations outside of finance such as sales, marketing, assembly and inventory, G&A, and compensation.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with Pigment a plus.
- Experience working at early stage startups is a plus.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
- Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
- Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
- Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA
- Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
- Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
- Fidelity 401(k)
- Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
- Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)
The annual salary range for this full-time position in California is $120,000-$180,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
