VP, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

About the Role

Arch Systems is seeking a VP of Strategic Finance and Corporate Development to drive strategic growth initiatives, capital readiness, and market evaluations that accelerate Arch’s impact in the manufacturing intelligence space. This role blends strategic analysis, financial acumen, and multi-faceted execution to support executive decision-making across fundraising, capital strategy, and acquisitions.

This is a high-impact individual contributor role that partners with the CEO to shape Arch’s capital strategy. You will thrive in this role if you are comfortable operating in ambiguity, managing multiple strategic work streams, and translating complex analysis into clear recommendations.

• Evaluate strategic opportunities through market research, financial analysis, and structured diligence
• Support executive decision-making across fundraising, strategic initiatives, and M&A
• Build financial models, analyses, and presentations for the CEO and investors
• Manage multiple concurrent work streams with strong prioritization and follow-through
• This role is remote, as part of a remote-distributed company, but will involve 10-25% travel, higher in active periods, in order to meet targets and partners as well as be in person with leadership and investors.

Experience

• 6+ years experience in corporate development, strategic finance, investment banking, strategy consulting, or related roles
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Comfort operating in ambiguity and working directly with senior leaders
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related analytical field.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred but not required.

Analytical & Strategic Skills

• Strong financial modeling skills, including valuation, scenario analysis, and ROI assessment.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable recommendations for executive stakeholders.

Business Acumen

• Understanding of SaaS metrics, technology business models, and market dynamics.
• Experience evaluating partnerships, M&A opportunities, or strategic initiatives.

Communication & Executive Presence

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to craft board-level presentations.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Problem-Solving & Creativity

• Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguity while identifying opportunities, mitigating risks, and proposing creative strategic solutions.

Operational Excellence

• Highly organized with a track record of managing multiple concurrent projects and driving them to completion.

• Experience in SaaS, AI, industrial technology, or manufacturing-related domains
• Exposure to M&A, strategic partnerships, or capital-related initiatives related to our industry
• Strong background in high-growth or early-stage environments

• Innovate with Impact: Join a team building advanced AI and data products that meaningfully improve manufacturing operations around the world. Your work will contribute directly to efficiency, sustainability, and technical agility for major industrial players.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate, multidisciplinary team that values curiosity, open dialogue, and cross-functional collaboration. We foster an environment of continuous learning and shared success.
• Growth & Development Opportunities: Develop leadership and technical skills through hands-on experience with product innovation, complex customer programs, and data-driven decision-making. Arch supports your long-term career advancement and deepening of industry expertise.
• Equity & Ownership: Benefit from equity opportunities that align your contributions with the long-term success and mission of Arch Systems.
• Remote-First Flexibility: Thrive in a remote-first culture designed to enable flexibility, balance, and productivity across a globally distributed team.

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