Axelera AI is a rapidly growing company developing a game-changing AI hardware and software platform to accelerate computer vision on edge devices. We have a proprietary in-memory computing and RISC-V architecture, delivering high performance and usability at a fraction of the cost and power consumption of today's solutions.
In less than 2 years we have grown the team to 110+ game changers in 15 countries, raised USD 40+ million and we have launched our first product line.
We are looking for a seasoned CFO to join our team and help us raise new investment rounds and bring the company to an initial public offering (IPO). As CFO, you will play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy of the company and managing the financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's growth and expansion
- Support CEO to raise new large investment rounds (>> Euro 50 million) and lead the company to an IPO in 3-5 years time
- Oversee financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting
- Manage and improve financial systems and processes
- Monitor and analyze industry trends and market conditions to identify opportunities for growth
- Provide financial advice and guidance to the CEO and the Board of Directors
- Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, bankers, and analysts
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a CFO or similar role
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, and forecasting
- Experience raising large capital and leading a company through an IPO
- Strong leadership and management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
If you are a strategic thinker with a track record of success in raising capital and leading a company to an IPO, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and help us take Axelera AI to the next level.
Who we are
Axelera AI is a truly European deep-tech Start Up company which is developing a game-changing hardware and software platform for AI at the edge that will make the industry more integrated, efficient and accessible. Our mission is to spread artificial intelligence for a green, fair, trusted and safe world enabling new application of AI in diverse sectors like smart cities, retail and other markets. Our company is a spin-off from a multinational deep-tech group and is backed by a strong syndicate of institutional investors. We have an extraordinary and international team of top talented researchers and developers working in the headquarter in Eindhoven (NL) and in the branch offices in Leuven (BE) and Zurich (CH) and new ones incoming.
What we offer
Take the chance to become part of a dynamic, fast-growing, international organization. We offer an attractive compensation package, including a pension plan, extensive employee insurances and the option to get company shares.
An open culture that not only supports creativity and continual innovation is awaiting you. Collaborative ownership and freedom with responsibility is characteristic for the way we act and work as a team.
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