# Head of Finance at Pika

- Company: Pika
- What the company does: AI creative tools. Built for Creatives. Backed by Lightspeed and AI Grant.
- Company website: https://pika.art/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Palo Alto HQ
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $180K to $250K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-31
- Apply by: 2026-10-15
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/pika/2a284a94-c473-4b30-b079-e06881f36983
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/pika-head-of-finance/

## About the role

Pika is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Finance to join our on-site team in Palo Alto. As Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the overall financial leadership of the company, driving strategy, planning, compliance, and execution to enable our next phase of growth as a creative AI leader. You’ll work closely with the executive team to ensure financial health, transparency, and effective resource allocation, guiding Pika’s business decisions and growth strategy.

## What they're looking for

- 7+ years of progressive finance leadership, including experience managing a finance team in a high-growth company or startup
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, accounting principles, and business analytics
- Broad experience managing full-stack finance functions, including budgeting, treasury, compliance, and internal controls
- Strong track record of supporting fundraising, investor reporting, and board deliverables
- Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organization and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with confidence presenting to C-suite leadership and the board

Tags: Operations