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 workstreams, and translating complex analysis into clear recommendations.

What You Will Own & Drive

• 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 workstreams 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.

What You Bring to the Table

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.

What Makes You Stand Out

• 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

How We Will Support You

• 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.

Application Process

Please submit resumes in English. We encourage passionate applicants to apply, even if they don’t meet every qualification. At Arch, we value authenticity and believe in hiring individuals as their full, unique selves. We’re committed to fostering an environment where team members can leverage their strengths while continuously learning and growing. Don’t let imposter syndrome hold you back—if you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!

About Arch Systems

At Arch Systems, we empower discrete manufacturing facilities with deep data insights that enable optimal efficiency, precise KPIs, and proactive decision-making. We work with leading manufacturers to integrate and optimize their data for actionable intelligence, fueling productivity and operational excellence.

Compensation Practices

Arch Systems is committed to equitable, transparent, and market-competitive compensation. This role is remote-first, and compensation is benchmarked using San Francisco Bay Area market data as the reference point for our pay ranges.

The San Francisco Bay Area total compensation range for this position is $185,000 – $250,000 USD. 

For candidates based outside the Bay Area, compensation may be geo-adjusted based on location-specific market data, cost of labor, and local market practices. Final compensation is determined by job-related factors including experience, skills, scope of responsibility, and performance expectations, in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws.

In addition to cash compensation, this role may be eligible for equity awards, aligning individual impact with Arch Systems’ long-term success.

For U.S.-based employees, benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, retirement contributions, and additional programs that support wellbeing and professional development.

International candidates hired through our approved global employment partners will receive regionally competitive benefits and are eligible for non-qualified stock options (NQSOs) from Arch Systems, allowing participation in the company’s long-term success.

Remote Equal

Arch champions a remote-first work environment since its inception, promoting flexibility and inclusivity across all teams. While we welcome talent from diverse locations, we currently do not offer visa sponsorship.

Arch is committed to full compliance with regulations from the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to ensure alignment with all applicable sanctions programs. This means we do not engage in transactions or employment practices that conflict with OFAC regulations, including the hiring of individuals residing in regions subject to US sanctions.