Hardware R&D Finance Manager Job at OpenAI (San Francisco)

R&D Finance Business Partner

Want to play your part in shaping the future of sport? At STATSports, you’ll joi...

Location

United Kingdom , Newry, County Down

Salary:

Not provided

STATSports

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or a related field, + 3 years’ experience in business / Finance
Experience working with MS Office Suite particularly excel
Ability to demonstrate experience in financial planning, financial modelling and analysis
Strong communication, and stakeholder management skills across multiple levels and functions
Commercially minded
The ability to work independently, prioritise duties and work within tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Partner with Hardware and Software technical leaders, as well as Commercial teams, on New Product Introduction (NPI) scoping, including cost/benefit analysis and return on investment (ROI) modelling
Develop pricing and margin models for new products, supporting roll-up the overall business plan and P&L forecasts
Work closely with Hardware and Software engineers to correctly separate R&D costs by each Project and monitor/report each Project’s progress to manage within annual budget
Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting on technical projects, providing insight to support strategic decision-making and prioritisation
Partner with technical teams to improve cloud cost transparency and provide commercially focused recommendations
Oversee, forecast, and track capital expenditure (CapEx) and associated amortisation for technical departments, in alignment with the wider Finance team
Support the Head of Business Partnering with R&D budgeting and forecasting, ensuring variances are clearly explained and risks and opportunities identified
Work with the Head of Finance to support the preparation of R&D tax credit claims
Facilitate and attend meetings, managing arrangements such as scheduling, agenda preparation, stakeholder coordination, and post-meeting actions
Adapt and enhance reporting in response to evolving business needs, delivering fresh insights and continuous improvement to the reporting framework

Fulltime

Strategic Finance Lead, Robotics Hardware

We are hiring a Senior Finance Leader to own the financial stewardship of OpenAI...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

234000.00 - 325000.00 USD / Year

OpenAI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience serving as the finance lead for a large, complex hardware or technology business with multi-year capital commitments
A track record of owning P&L-level decisions, investment portfolios, or large-scale capital planning
12+ years of progressive finance experience with significant exposure to hardware, manufacturing, or complex supply chain businesses
A passion for helping build world-class finance teams and driving business and financial outcomes, as measured on margin improvement, working capital efficiency, forecast accuracy, and execution of cost-reduction initiatives
A strong ability to critically evaluate opportunities and risks
Expert modeling skills with best-in-class attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy
Exemplary ability to distill complex financial information into actionable insights
Excellent communication skills and “story telling” ability when presenting data insights
Strong enthusiasm for building the human-computer interface for the AI era
A track record of building and leading high-performing teams

Job Responsibility

Own the Robotics financial strategy, investment portfolio, and capital plan, serving as the single point of financial accountability for the entire Robotics organization
Lead Robotics multi-year capital and investment planning, spanning R&D, headcount, facilities, manufacturing, and infrastructure
Own Robotics portfolio modeling and scenario planning, framing tradeoffs that directly inform executive decisions on scale, sequencing, and capital deployment
Own Robotics R&D forecasting, budgeting, and variance management, providing clear visibility into spend vs. plan, key drivers of change, and implications for company-wide investment priorities
Translate Robotics technical and research roadmaps into financially grounded execution plans, including assumptions around staffing mix, development timelines, infrastructure needs, and supporting capital investments
Partner closely with cross-functional Finance teams—including Financial Consolidations, Accounting, and Real Estate—to ensure Robotics financials are accurately reflected in company-wide reporting, planning, and resource allocation processes
Define the financial path to commercialization for Robotics, including pricing, unit economics, adoption curves, and revenue ramps
Provide executive-ready financial insights and narratives, clearly articulating risks, options, and tradeoffs across cost, timeline, technical uncertainty, and long-term platform value
Design and own the financial operating model for Robotics as it scales from advanced R&D into a hardware and platform business
Support portfolio-level decision-making by enabling comparisons across Robotics programs and investment profiles, informing prioritization, sequencing, and staged investment decisions

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible

Fulltime

Head of Business Finance - Tech & Corp Functions

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the wor...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

226000.00 - 286000.00 USD / Year

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
12+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a senior finance business partner leadership role, specifically within a technology-led or hardware-product company
Deep understanding of the R&D lifecycle, including hardware development cycles and technical software infrastructure
Strong business acumen and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
Ability to "uplevel" communication—distilling complex financial and technical concepts into clear, consumable takeaways for C-suite executives
Proven track record of building and managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

Job Responsibility

Act as the primary financial advisor to Hardware, Software, and G&A leaders and executives, translating complex technical roadmaps into "upleveled" financial strategies and actionable business insights for the long term success of Waymo commercial business
Lead the Annual Operating Plan and Long-Term Planning processes, ensuring key R&D investments milestones and corporate scaling are fully funded and aligned with Waymo’s multi-year goals
Manage regular business reviews (MBRs/QBRs) and variance analyses for all R&D and G&A functions, identifying trends and developing mitigation strategies to ensure proper budget management on a monthly basis
Identify and execute automation and tool improvements (e.g., advanced financial dashboards) to streamline financial reporting and scale the business finance function alongside rapid company growth, actively shifting the team's focus from tactical execution to generating non-obvious, strategic insights
Foster robust partnerships with both Waymo and Alphabet stakeholders
Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration while maintaining high standards of deliverables

What we offer

Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program
equity incentive plan
generous Company benefits program
top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
mental wellness support
gym membership
special wellness programs
competitive compensation
bonus opportunities
equity

Fulltime

Financial Controller

Financial Controller role at Hypervolt, a fast-growing cleantech company at the ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Hypervolt Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years’ experience in finance roles within high-growth, fast paced, and hands-on environments
Prior Financial Controller or senior finance manager experience
Strong exposure to hardware and software business models
Proven experience leading ERP / finance system implementations and audit
ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification
Strong technical accounting capability
Advanced Excel skills
Strong financial reporting software capabilities
Highly hands-on and execution-oriented
Comfortable operating in fast moving and demanding environments

Job Responsibility

Own and deliver accurate, timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cash movements, and supporting schedules
Improve the quality, structure, and reliability of all elements of the management accounts in line with Hypervolt’s financial KPIs
Establish strong P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow controls, reconciliations, and month-end close discipline in line with audit standards
Own revenue and cost recognition, including deferred revenue, staged billing or delivery, and unit economics where applicable
Ensure accurate inventory accounting across manufacturing, logistics, and fulfilment
Maintain appropriate accounting treatment in line with contractual terms and applicable standards
Ensure appropriate capitalisation policies and depreciation treatment
Own working capital management, with a particular focus on inventory, receivables, and payables
Partner with Strategic Finance by providing high-quality AR/AP visibility to support short-term cash forecasting
Actively manage near-term cash execution, including collections, supplier payments, and inventory timing

What we offer

Hybrid working
competitive compensation
opportunities for rapid career progression

Fulltime

Finance Manager

The Financial Planning & Analysis team oversees our investments in headcount, op...

Location

United States , Burlingame

Salary:

120000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Cfo - Svp Finance

The CFO will architect Hypervolt’s financial strategy, leading all accounting, F...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Hypervolt Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a similar field
An advanced degree (MBA) or CPA qualification is a strong plus
10+ years of progressive finance leadership, ideally in multifaceted hardware–software or technology-driven businesses
Familiarity with PCAOB
Demonstrated ability to handle complex revenue recognition scenarios involving product + recurring service revenues
Knowledge of Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) best practices or comparable internal control frameworks
Experience overseeing ERP systems—preferably Sage Intacct—to support financial operations at scale
Comfortable using Workiva for integrated risk management, reporting, and compliance
Skilled at forecasting, budgeting, and scenario modeling to guide long-range strategic planning
Prior success engaging with investors for private equity, institutional funding, or strategic partnerships

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute a long-term financial roadmap aligned with Hypervolt’s goals for market expansion, new product lines, and potential capital events
Partner with executive leadership to prioritise investments, maximise returns, and optimise cost structures
Oversee Sage Intacct, the core finance/accounting/ERP system, ensuring accurate, timely month-end and quarter-end closes
Establish and refine ASC 606-compliant revenue recognition policies
Maintain and improve GAAP-compliant reporting
Ensure Workiva is effectively leveraged for GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) processes
Work with internal audit or compliance teams to identify and mitigate operational, financial, and strategic risks
Spearhead financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting
Evaluate new market opportunities, perform scenario analyses, and deliver real-time dashboards
Oversee existing and potential investor relationships

What we offer

Competitive base salary plus executive bonus structure tied to performance and growth
Generous stock options
Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance and retirement plan options

Director of Cost Accounting

The Director of Cost Accounting will lead all cost accounting, inventory, and co...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

Not provided

Cerebras Systems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of progressive cost accounting experience in manufacturing, hardware, or infrastructure-intensive environments
Up to 3 to 5 years of Big 4 early career experience will be viewed favorably
Strong knowledge of GAAP, inventory accounting, costing methodologies, and fixed assets
Experience with complex allocations and capital-intensive cost structures
Exposure to manufacturing systems is a must along with exposure to ERPs such as Oracle and NetSuite
CPA or CMA strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Design and implement scalable cost accounting strategies aligned with company growth and IPO readiness
Partner with Supply Chain operations to establish best-in-class costing policies, procedures, and internal controls
Serve as a thought partner to Finance leadership on cost structure, margin drivers, and capital intensity
Operate effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution as the business scales
Lead month-end and quarter-end close for cost accounting, inventory, and related reserves
Own product, system, and service costing methodologies across complex hardware systems and AI infrastructure
Manage cost allocations to products, services, and programs with clear audit support
Oversee inventory valuation, excess & obsolete analysis, and manufacturing accruals
Ensure SOX-compliant controls over inventory and costing processes
Partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to analyze BOMs, yields, labor, overhead, and supplier pricing

What we offer

Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU
Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research
Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world
Enjoy job stability with startup vitality
Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs

Senior Manager, CapEx Accounting

We are seeking a CapEx Accounting Senior Manager with deep experience in fixed a...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

216000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

OpenAI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of relevant experience in fixed assets accounting, ideally within a technology or manufacturing environment
Strong GAAP knowledge related to PP&E, capitalization thresholds, depreciation methods, asset retirements, and impairments
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion) and fixed asset modules
Excellent analytical skills, organization, and ability to manage complex, cross-functional processes
Detail-oriented and systems-minded with strong internal control instincts
A builder mindset that enjoys turning ambiguous workflows into streamlined, automated, and reliable processes
Experience with companies scaling hardware product lines or physical infrastructure
Experience supporting multi-location asset accounting
Continuous improvement mindset and ability to build scalable accounting processes

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute accounting policy and procedures for capital expenditures, including initial recognition, capitalization vs. expense analysis, tagging, and depreciation/impairment
Maintain comprehensive fixed asset registers for R&D equipment, pre-production tooling, lab infrastructure, manufacturing equipment, etc.
Partner with Procurement and Operations to support fixed asset tracking processes and reconciliations
Lead monthly close, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
Design and maintain strong internal controls around capex projects, asset tagging, periodic physical inventory, and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with GAAP (or IFRS as applicable) for capitalization policies, useful life assumptions, and disclosures
Support internal and external audit requests related to fixed assets and capex processes
Collaborate with IT and systems teams to refine asset management systems and reporting tools

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible

Fulltime

Hardware R&D Finance Manager

OpenAI

Location:
United States , San Francisco

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

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