Head of Finance (Interim)

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As Interim Head of Finance, you'll be the financial backbone of Ultralytics during a critical stage of growth. You'll own the numbers, help shape strategy, and bring structure to a fast-moving AI company building the future of vision AI.

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This is a hands‑on leadership role with broad scope. Alongside core finance ownership, you'll provide operational support across legal and HR, helping the business stay sharp, compliant, and well‑run as we scale our products, platform, and global team.

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You'll work closely with leadership across the company, translating financial insight into clear decisions and building processes that support speed without sacrificing control. This role is ideal for a commercially minded operator who enjoys ownership, variety, and building the right foundations early.

What you'll do Finance\n

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• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across the business.
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• Own month‑end close, management accounts, and board‑level reporting.
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• Build robust financial controls, compliance processes, and reporting frameworks.
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• Manage cash flow, runway planning, treasury, and scaling unit economics.
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• Partner with auditors, accountants, tax advisors, and investor stakeholders.
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Legal & compliance\n

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• Oversee contract management with external counsel where needed.
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• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, obligations, and filings.
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• Own and deliver annual statutory reporting requirements.
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HR & people operations\n

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• Support payroll operations and benefits administration.
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• Maintain HR records and local employment law compliance.
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• Partner on headcount planning, people costs, and operating structure.
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Skills and experience Core requirements\n

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• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent credentials.
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• 5+ years in finance, ideally in a high‑growth tech or AI environment.
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• Experience building or improving finance processes from scratch.
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• Confidence operating as the most senior finance person in the room.
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• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex numbers.
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• Comfortable working independently in a lean, high‑performance team.
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• Genuine interest in AI, developer tools, and what we're building with YOLO.
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Nice to have\n

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• Experience supporting a Series A or B fundraise.
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• Exposure to SaaS, deep tech, or open‑source business models.
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• Familiarity with employment law, HR operations, or benefits admin.
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• Experience working with legal teams on commercial contracts.
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• Knowledge of scaling tools, systems, or reporting workflows in startups.
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Cultural fit\n

At Ultralytics, we set bold goals and execute with speed, precision, and teamwork. We're driven by hard work, ambition, and resilience — building fast, learning constantly, and delivering measurable impact.

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You’ll thrive here if you:

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• Take ownership and deliver results with focus and accountability.
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• Combine strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
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• Value excellence, grit, and creativity in equal measure.
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• See collaboration as the foundation for meaningful progress.
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Our culture is built around our core values:

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• Relentless progress: Constant evolution and improvement.
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• Strive for excellence: Perseverance and attention to detail.
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• Actions, not words: Focus on delivering meaningful results.
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• Act with urgency: Seize fleeting opportunities.
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• Open access to all: Transparent communication and collaboration.
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Compensation and benefits\n

We reward excellence and impact — not just tenure or title.

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• Competitive salary: Reflecting your experience and contribution.
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• On‑site collaboration: Work with passionate builders in one of our global hubs.
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• Flexible working hours: We value results over routines.
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• Generous time off: 24 vacation days, your birthday off, plus local holidays.
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• Tech & tools: Work on cutting‑edge AI projects that power millions of devices.
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• Gear: Brand‑new Apple MacBook Air/Pro, Apple Studio Display, and AirPods Pro 3.
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• Learning & development: Dedicated budget for personal and professional growth.
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• High impact: Your work will shape the future of vision AI.
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What we offer: cutting‑edge next‑generation AI computer vision technology, impactful work, collaborative culture, and a comprehensive handbook that guides our mission, vision, and operational practices. All are provided to help you thrive and grow.

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Ultralytics is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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