Head of Finance
Company websitepika.art (Pika, opens in new tab)
Base salary $180K to $250K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Palo Alto, CA
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- LocationPalo Alto, CA
- WorkplaceOn-site
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Part-time 25 hours/week, open to full-time.
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 You’ll Do
Lead and oversee all aspects of Pika’s financial operations, including accounting, FP&A, budgeting, treasury, AP/AR, and payroll
Build and manage scalable financial planning, modeling, and forecasting processes to guide executive decision-making
Develop and drive the company’s financial strategy, including long-term planning, fundraising support, and cross-functional resource allocation
Direct timely and accurate month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, statutory audits, and tax filings
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as GAAP and internal controls
Monitor key financial indicators and provide proactive insights on risks, opportunities, and performance trends
Set up and manage financial systems and controls necessary for a high-growth, venture-backed environment
Partner with leadership across departments (Product, Sales, Operations) to evaluate and support business initiatives and company-wide strategy
What We’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
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required; CPA or MBA strongly preferred
Nice to Have
Experience in technology, SaaS, or creative AI sectors
Prior leadership within a venture-backed startup
Experience implementing or scaling financial systems or working with external partners
What We Offer
Competitive executive-level compensation
Substantial equity in a high-growth, mission-driven startup
Full health benefits, monthly stipends, and regular company retreats
Collaborative on-site office environment in Palo Alto (WFH Wednesdays)
About Pika
At Pika, our mission is to make video creation radically seamless, deeply intuitive, and universally accessible. We're reimagining the creative process through AI and building a world-class team to push the limits of technology. Join us in Palo Alto, CA to help shape the future of creative technology and empower the next generation of creators.
Source: Pika on Ashby · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($180,000) is above 75% of the 938 Business Operations roles in California listed on this site; 22 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $145,000; the middle half runs from $124,250 to $178,526.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingHead of Finance$180K to $250K
Head of Growth$160K to $250K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Head of Finance (this listing) | $180K - $250K |
| Head of Growth | $160K - $250K |
Observed changes
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- First observed on the employer's board
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-08-31
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Palo Alto HQ
USD 180,000 – 250,000 · 1 YEAR · Salary
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