Chief Financial Officer

Lever, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 320,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) employer contributions

Bonus and equity opportunities

Job summary

Velo3D, Inc. is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead financial planning, reporting, and capital strategy.

You will partner with the CEO and executive team to drive growth, allocate resources, and optimize the capital structure across global operations in high-growth manufacturing sectors. The role emphasizes fundraising, investor relations, risk management, and strategic financial planning, with a focus on governance, compliance (ISO 9001, AS9100, ITAR), and long-term value

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial leadership in manufacturing/industries like aerospace or medical devices.
• Proven fundraising, investor relations, and capital markets experience.
• Strong cost accounting, revenue recognition, and financial modeling in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy to support growth and profitability.
• Advise CEO and exec team on financial performance, risk, and investments.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, GAAP/IFRS/SEC reporting compliance, and audits.
• Manage capital structure, funding strategies, and cash flow for expansion.
• Evaluate M&A opportunities, due diligence, integration, and licensing deals.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced manufacturing

Fundraising

Investor relations

ERP (NetSuite)

AI-driven financial tools

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics/BA

CPA or CFA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the overall financial strategy, planning, and management of the company. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will oversee financial operations, risk management, and capital structure while ensuring financial health and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-growth, capital-intensive industries and a strong background in advanced manufacturing, hardware, or additive manufacturing (AM) technologies.

Essential Job Functions:

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy to support growth, innovation, and profitability.
• Advise the CEO and executive team on financial performance, risk management, and investment decisions.
• Provide financial insights to support pricing strategies, cost control, and operational efficiencies in the additive manufacturing industry.
• Develop long-term financial models to align with the company’s growth objectives, including new market expansion and product development.

Financial Planning, Reporting & Compliance

• Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Oversee financial reporting (GAAP, IFRS, SEC, or other regulatory standards as applicable), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare reports for the board of directors, investors, and stakeholders, providing clear financial insights and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations, audits, and financial governance requirements.

Capital Management & Fundraising

• Manage capital structure, financing strategies, and cash flow to support operational and strategic initiatives.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including venture capital, private equity, debt financing, and grant opportunities for research & development (R&D).
• Establish strong relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions to secure funding for expansion and innovation.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) & Strategic Partnerships

• Evaluate potential M&A opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships to accelerate growth.
• Conduct due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning for acquisitions in the additive manufacturing space.
• Assess intellectual property (IP) valuation, licensing deals, and technology investments to strengthen competitive advantage.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate financial risks, currency fluctuations, and market volatility in global operations.
• Oversee supply chain and procurement financial strategies, ensuring cost control in raw materials and AM production.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including ISO 9001, AS9100 (Aerospace), and ITAR (Defense/Automotive).

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
• CPA required (or equivalent certification such as CFA)

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• 10+ years of financial leadership experience, preferably in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or medical device industries.
• Experience in hardware, materials science, or additive manufacturing companies is a strong plus.
• Proven track record in fundraising, investor relations, and capital markets.
• Deep understanding of cost accounting, revenue recognition, and financial modeling in manufacturing environments.
• Strong expertise in venture funding, M&A, and strategic financial planning.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (NetSuite), financial analytics, and AI-driven financial tools.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills with executive and investor stakeholders.

About the Company:

Velo, Velo3D, Sapphire and Intelligent Fusion are registered trademarks of Velo3D, Inc. Without Compromise, Flow, Flow Developer, and Assure are trademarks of Velo3D, Inc.

With the only SupportFree laser powder bed fusion capability, we enable on-demand manufacturing of production quality Titanium, Inconel, and Aluminum parts with an unprecedented degree of design freedom and quality control. The VELO3Daward-winning solution includes an integrated offering of hardware and software: Sapphire® metal AM production printer, Flow™ print preparation software, Assure™ quality assurance and control system, and an integrated manufacturing process that runs throughout the printing operation.

Our team enjoys excellent benefits including healthcare coverage and 401(K) employer contributions. We believe in transparency and recognizing exceptional efforts through our monthly all-hands meetings and team member appreciation awards.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The starting base salary for this full-time position is between $320,000 and $480,000. This salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position in the U.S. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience, job-related skills, related education, work location, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. In addition to a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and equity program, as applicable.

Velo3D provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.