Summary:Joining Blue Current as CFO means being at the forefront of groundbreaking innovation in the battery industry. Our team is driving the next wave of progress in this field that's critical to the future of sustainability and US industrial competitiveness. As CFO, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing our financial strategies for continued growth and success. This includes partnering with R&D and advanced manufacturing to fuel our research capabilities and build our first pilot manufacturing plant, modeling and developing our future business model, and working with our leadership team, board and investors on future fundraising. Blue Current's headquarters is based in Hayward, California, immediately next to the San Francisco Bay with miles of hiking and jogging trails. Apply today, and redefine the future of battery technology with us! Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement financial strategies and policies that foster strategic partnerships, commercial agreements, and licensing deals to drive business growth.
• Drive fundraising efforts, including securing investments, venture capital, and debt financing, to support strategic initiatives and expansion plans.
• Identify and negotiate strategic deals as a supplier, ensuring favorable terms and mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances that align with the company's objectives.
• Optimize the business model to run asset light, leveraging outsourcing, technology, and efficient resource allocation.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities to provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership.
• Conduct financial analysis, including investment evaluations, cost analysis, and revenue projections, to support decision-making and drive profitability.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, reporting requirements, and tax obligations in all strategic initiatives and partnerships.
• Foster strong relationships with financial institutions, investors, and key stakeholders to support fundraising and partnership opportunities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship and guidance, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
• Proven experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, or in a similar financial leadership role, with a strong emphasis on developing strategic partnerships and commercial agreements.
• Extensive experience in fundraising, including securing investments, venture capital, and debt financing.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating licensing deals, strategic supplier agreements, and other strategic partnerships.
• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate investment opportunities and assess financial feasibility.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and external stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving business growth and profitability.
• Experience in setting up asset light business models and optimizing resource allocation.
• Proficiency in financial software systems and advanced MS Excel skills.

Join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in driving our financial success through strategic partnerships, commercial agreements, fundraising, licensing deals, and asset light business operations. If you are a visionary CFO with a passion for driving strategic initiatives and maximizing business potential, we invite you to apply for the CFO position and contribute to our continued growth and success.