Head of Finance

🕒 May 27

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Volta Labs, Inc.

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11 - 50 employees

Volta Labs is a genomics applications company that has developed a cutting-edge digital fluidics platform to maximize performance and scalability of sample preparation in genomics while providing unparalleled consistency. Volta is transforming the way biological research and analyses are performed, allowing scientists to focus on what they do best -- pushing the boundaries of biology.As a collective of scientists and builders working at the intersection of engineering and biology, we imagine a world where extracting vital information from biological samples is as simple as pressing a button. That's our vision, and we're turning it into reality.Our HQ is in Boston’s Seaport, where we develop and manufacture our technology. We believe in cross-functional collaboration and continuous learning – whether your interest is in biology, MechEng, CompEng, or simply joining a fast-growing startup striving to make the world a better place, we'd love to welcome you to our team. Check out some of our blog posts to learn more about work life at Volta.

📋 Description

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to the CEO and leadership team, helping drive company strategy, growth planning, and capital allocation decisions. • Lead company-wide FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, cash runway management, scenario planning, and KPI development. • Build financial models and operational insights to support commercialization, manufacturing scale-up, pricing, and long-term business planning. • Own board and investor financial reporting and support fundraising activities, including diligence, financial storytelling, and investor presentations. • Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Commercial, Operations, and Manufacturing leaders to guide resource allocation and strategic decision-making. • Build and scale the finance function over time, including hiring and managing accounting and finance team members as the company grows. • Oversee financial operations and external partners across accounting, audit, tax, payroll, compliance, and treasury while building scalable internal processes and controls. • Support global financial operations, including inventory management, cost accounting, international tax considerations, and oversight of future international subsidiaries.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required; MBA, CPA, or advanced degree preferred. • 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with a strong background in FP&A, strategic finance, and business partnering in high-growth or venture-backed environments. • Proven ability to serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, supporting fundraising, board reporting, operational scaling, and company growth initiatives. • Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills, with experience translating complex business data into actionable insights and operational decisions. • Experience in hardware, biotech, life sciences, medtech, or other operationally complex environments, including familiarity with cost accounting, inventory management, manufacturing finance, and global operations. • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build scalable finance processes, manage cross-functional stakeholders, and grow finance and accounting teams over time. • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on startup environment with evolving priorities and ambiguity.

🏖️ Benefits

• Robust Equity Program, to build future wealth through stock options with high growth potential • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage, including Medical, Dental, & Vision • HSA with monthly company contribution, & FSA • Sponsored Commuter Benefit Plans • Access to Our 401K Plan, to save for your future • 12 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave • Paid Time Off, because we understand the importance of time off for rest and adventure • 11 Paid Holidays • Twice Weekly Company Lunches, office snacks, beverages, & treats • Monthly Team Happy Hours and regular team outings!