Chief Financial Officer - Aescape

Aescape is looking for a Chief Financial Officer who can drive strategic financial planning and optimize capital management to drive growth and profitability as we scale our operations globally. You'll be collaborating cross functionally across the organization as we revolutionize the wellness industry through autonomous human-robotic interaction. This is an amazing opportunity for you to own a financial transformation and leverage your strategic leadership capabilities. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

This role is based in our NY or San Francisco office.

Aescape is the NY-based lifestyle robotics company redefining self-care.

We announced the world's first commercially available, fully automated AI-powered massage experience with Equinox in March — and this is only the beginning. We are in a period of rapid growth, launching our category-transforming product throughout 2024 with global leaders in hospitality, wellness, sports and fitness.

Backed by $85M in funding from investors like Valor Equity Partners (an early investor in Tesla and SpaceX), we've assembled a team of top talent across connected hardware and fitness from industry giants like Amazon, Apple, Peloton, Tonal, Uber and more to bring people and robotics together for better living.

In less than 48 hours since announcing our launch, publications like WIRED, Fast Company, Popular Science, Sports Business Journal, Fortune and Now This News covered Aescape, with remarkable enthusiasm.

What You’ll Do

• Drive the company’s financial strategy, including operational planning, strategic fundraising, debt and other capital management.

• Integrate into the existing Executive leadership team, providing strategic insights and foresight into long term planning.

• Provide analysis of company performance and other complex situations to CEO and the Board of Directors

• Help navigate expansion of the organization, in both size and complexity across the US and worldwide.

• Lead and manage the finance, accounting, and legal teams.

• Collaborate with other executives to develop and implement the company’s overall business strategy and ensure financial sustainability

• Analyze and evaluate financial performance, identifying opportunities for growth, optimization, and risk mitigation

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external partners, including investors, lenders, and vendors, to manage financial risk and secure funding as needed

• Ensure financial policies and procedures are in place driving an organization to successfully scale, promoting transparency and accountability

• Control and evaluate the company’s fundraising plans and capital structure

• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the company’s operations

• Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports

• Ensure financial compliance with all regulatory and commercial requirements

What You’ll Bring

• 10+ years of senior financial leadership experience ideally in hardware or robotics startups, with additional experience in SaaS or consumer marketplaces preferred.

• 2+ years as CFO or VP of Finance ideally for a publicly traded company, including IPO preparation and execution experience.

• Strong background in finance and strategy for hardware companies, with solid understanding of GAAP.

• Successful track record of fundraising for growth startups.

• Scientific//technical competencies enabling effective collaboration with R&D efforts.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.

Bonus Points

• International expansion experience (EMEA, APAC, LATAM)

• Track record of successfully partnering with banks and other debt providers to secure and manage various forms of credit facilities and loans to support Aescape’s growth and operations.

• Experience in medical device industries or other highly regulated environments, and meeting strict financial compliance standards.

What’s In It For You

• Join a trailblazing tech company anticipated to transform the massage industry.

• Making a difference with a product that empowers healthier and happier living.

• Free massages in NY and SF HQ!

• An environment that empowers individuals, emboldens teams, and rewards achievement.

• Early stage equity in a company led by serial entrepreneurs with multiple exits.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance covered by us.

• 401k with an immediate vesting of company match.

• Unlimited vacation, generous parental leave.

• Working late? Dinner is on us.

• Competitive pay + bonus + equity plan. The salary range for the role is $250,000 - 300,000 USD or commensurate with experience.

Begin Your Aescape Career Journey

At Aescape, we're on a mission to redefine self-care for a better world, and we're seeking trailblazers to join us on this journey. We're inspired by individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. We value diverse perspectives and resourceful, determined individuals who are committed to making a difference. At Aescape, we empower people to reach their full potential, just as our product empowers better living. If you're ready to innovate, create, and make a meaningful impact, we want you on our team.

YOUR JOURNEY. YOUR AESCAPE.