Head of Finance

Requirements

• Must to have
• - Bachelor's degree
• - Proven experience as CFO, Finance Director, or equivalent senior finance role
• - Strong experience in startup or high-growth environments
• - Native-level Japanese
• - Near-native level English (far beyond basic business proficiency; able to lead negotiations, investor
• communications, and complex discussions independently)
• - Deep knowledge of corporate finance, accounting, and financial planning
• - Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• - Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• - High agility and adaptability in fast-changing environments
• - Passion for deep-tech, robotics, or hardware-driven businesses
• Nice to have
• - Experience in balance sheet-intensive businesses (e.g., leasing, infrastructure, RaaS, asset-heavy models)
• - Strong track record in debt financing, structured finance, or banking relationships

Additional Information

Who we are and what we do: Telexistence develops AI-powered robotics systems with the mission to accelerate the irreversible expansion of robotics beyond the factory, realizing a sustainable automation society. Our products-including Ghost (retail replenishment robots) and Phantom (logistics robots)-are deployed under a Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. This business model requires not only technological excellence but also sophisticated financial strategy, particularly in balance sheet utilization, capital efficiency, and long-term asset management. At the same time, we are advancing toward the next generation of robotics by developing humanoid systems and foundation models for physical AI. By leveraging large-scale real-world operational data collected through our deployed robots, we aim to build vertically integrated capabilities spanning hardware, data, and AI models- unlocking multi-purpose robotic intelligence in real-world environments. Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance to lead our finance function and drive the company toward a successful IPO and beyond. This role goes beyond traditional finance leadership. Given our RaaS model, the Head of Finance will play a central role in designing and managing the company's balance sheet strategy, including asset financing, capital structure optimization, and long-term financial sustainability. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO and executive team to lead financial strategy, capital markets engagement, fundraising, and financial operations in a high-growth, deep-tech environment.

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