Job Description
Build the Path Forward
At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk-aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real-world use.
Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.
We are looking for a highly analytical and business-minded FP&A Manager to help scale the financial operating system of the company. This role will act as a strategic partner to company leadership and own core planning, performance management, and decision-support processes across the organization. You will help translate operational complexity into financial clarity and ensure disciplined execution as the business scales.
This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building from scratch, and wants to materially influence how a fast-growing robotics company allocates capital and executes strategy.
What You’ll Do
Own the Financial Operating Cadence
Lead the company forecasting process (weekly outlooks, monthly forecast, annual plan, and long-range model)
Establish scalable planning and reporting processes across departments
Drive monthly business reviews and performance accountability across functional leaders
Develop and maintain KPI frameworks that connect operational metrics to financial outcomes
Improve reporting efficiency by incorporating automation and AI-assisted workflows into recurring finance processes
Strategic Decision Partner
Partner with Product, Engineering, Operations, and GTM leadership to evaluate investments, capacity decisions, and pricing strategy
Evaluate ROI of major initiatives including deployments, product development, and expansion efforts
Translate business strategy into financial models that guide resource allocation
Identify risks and opportunities early and drive corrective actions with stakeholders
Modeling & Analysis
Own the company operating model and scenario planning framework
Build models supporting fundraising, capital planning, and board decision-making
Perform deep dive analyses into margins, unit economics, utilization, and scaling efficiency
Deliver clear narratives from complex data to executive leadership
Executive & Investor Support
Support preparation of Board and investor materials
Partner with the VP Finance and CEO on financial storytelling and performance communication
Help define operating targets and ensure the organization is aligned to them
Build Scalable Infrastructure
Improve systems, reporting automation, and data quality across finance and operations
Leverage modern tooling (including AI-enabled analysis and workflow automation) to reduce manual work and increase decision speed
Implement processes that increase accountability and visibility across teams
Mentor junior analysts and help establish best practices for financial rigor
Who You Are
5–8 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting, or strategic finance
Experience operating as a business partner to senior stakeholders
Strong understanding of financial statements, forecasting, and operating drivers
Advanced modeling skills (complex models, scenario planning, sensitivity analysis)
Comfortable adopting new tools and improving workflows through automation and AI assistance
Able to move between high-level strategy and detailed execution
Clear communicator who can influence without authority
Comfortable working in ambiguity and building structure where it doesn’t exist
Strong ownership mindset — you proactively identify problems and solve them
Preferred Experience
High-growth startup, SaaS, robotics, or manufacturing environment
ERP / planning systems (NetSuite, DataRails, etc.)
SQL, BI tools, or data analytics experience
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12–14 weeks total)
401(k) retirement plan through Empower
Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!
Who We Are
At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.