Job SummaryWe're looking for our first Head of Finance to build and scale Traysar's finance operations. You'll own day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, cash management, ERP, budgeting, procurement controls, and financial processes while partnering closely with leadership and external finance partners. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys building systems from scratch and helping scale a fast-growing defense technology company.
Responsibilities• Own Traysar's day-to-day finance operations, including monitoring macro/rate changes and money market account opportunities.
- Manage month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and cash management, including monthly budget vs. forecast reporting.
- Support fundraising, due diligence, data rooms, and board reporting.
- Partner with External Auditors on the year-end audit and with outside tax advisors on tax planning, including identifying available tax breaks (e.g., land and equipment).
- Manage finance operations across the U.S. and Israeli entities, including state, federal, and local tax filings, payroll, and statutory reporting in both jurisdictions.
- Build and improve finance processes, controls, and internal policies for employees expenses.
- Administer equity programs (option grants, 409A, cap table) across U.S. and Israeli plans.
- Oversee legal and compliance matters spanning the U.S. and Israel, partnering with outside counsel as needed, insurance programs (D&O, GL, property), and renewals.
- Identify and secure government and municipal incentives, tax abatements, grants, and location-based programs across all operating jurisdictions.
- Review and negotiate leases, vendor agreements, and other larger transactions and large purchases, ensuring compliance with company policy.
- Manage treasury and lending strategy, with scenario analysis of debt options, interest cost, and runway impact.
- Manage money market accounts, debits, and banking relationships.
Basic Qualifications• 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or controllership.
- Experience working in a startup or other fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Ability to build processes from scratch, adapt quickly, and be tech driven.
- Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting.
- Experience building or improving finance processes and internal controls.
- Experience working with multiple legal entities or international operations.
- Strong understanding of U.S. accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Experience with ERP and accounting systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills and Experience• CPA certification.
- Experience in a venture-backed startup or high-growth technology company.
- Experience in manufacturing, hardware, robotics, aerospace, defense, or another complex operating environment.
- Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, or hardware-related finance operations.
- Experience implementing ERP, accounting, or finance systems.
- Experience working with external accountants, auditors, tax advisors, and finance partners.
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and board reporting.
- Experience working with Israeli subsidiaries, Israeli accounting firms, payroll providers, or statutory reporting.
Additional InformationDepending on the position, employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background checks, reference checks, verification of employment eligibility, and, where applicable, the ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances. Work authorization requirements, travel expectations, and onsite requirements vary by role.
