Director of Finance at Skyways

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Aviation, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of progressive finance experience, with success at early-stage, high-growth companies
Proven experience building finance functions from scratch and scaling them through growth and audits
Strong background in defense/government contract accounting and compliance
Demonstrated success supporting fundraising and maintaining investor relationships
Experience running or overseeing formal audits
Hands-on expertise with financial tools such as QuickBooks, Ramp, and ERP systems, and familiarity with BOM and manufacturing finance
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment with a mix of strategy and execution
Bonus: CPA or MBA
Bonus: Prior experience as the first finance hire at a successful startup
Bonus: Direct fundraising track record with venture or government partners

Responsibilities

Build and manage Skyways’ financial systems, processes, and controls from the ground up
Own accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance
Partner with leadership on strategic financing, pricing models, and long-term planning
Support fundraising strategy and investor relations, leveraging your network and credibility to strengthen Skyways’ market presence
Lead financial operations for defense and government contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Manage audits and maintain investor- and audit-ready systems
Oversee financial tools and infrastructure
Provide data-driven insights and guidance to inform executive decisions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AccountingFinancial ReportingBudgetingForecastingComplianceStrategic FinanceFundraisingInvestor RelationsFinancial ModelingAuditsFinancial Controls

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Director of Finance role?

Candidates need 10+ years of progressive finance experience at early-stage, high-growth companies, proven experience building finance functions from scratch and scaling them through growth and audits, strong background in defense/government contract accounting and compliance, success supporting fundraising and investor relationships, experience with audits, and hands-on expertise with tools like QuickBooks, Ramp, ERP systems, BOM, and manufacturing finance.

Is this a remote position or does it require being in the office?

Skyways is based in Austin, TX, but no specific remote or office policy is mentioned in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the work environment like at Skyways?

Skyways is a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment requiring the ability to thrive with a mix of strategy and execution, as the company scales from early production to mass deployment of autonomous aerial vehicles.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director of Finance position?

Strong candidates have 10+ years in finance at high-growth startups, experience building finance functions from scratch including audits and government contract compliance, fundraising success, and hands-on tool expertise; bonus for CPA, MBA, or being the first finance hire at a successful startup.

Skyways

UAV-based delivery services for logistics

About Skyways

Skyways develops unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for efficient delivery services, focusing on on-demand resupply missions. Their drones can take off and land in various locations, making them suitable for transporting goods to remote or hard-to-reach areas. The primary users of Skyways' services include military operations, remote industrial sites, and emergency response teams, who rely on these UAVs to deliver essential supplies like meals, batteries, and medical equipment without putting human lives at risk. Skyways differentiates itself from competitors by providing cost-effective logistics solutions that are particularly useful in challenging environments where traditional transportation is impractical. The company's goal is to fill a critical gap in the logistics sector by leveraging advancements in unmanned aviation and electric propulsion, ensuring timely and safe delivery of supplies in remote and hazardous situations.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$16.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, DefenseIndustries

11-50Employees