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Neura Robotics

Finance Manager (human) at Neura Robotics (Detroit, MI)

Neura Robotics· Detroit, MI·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full-Time
Skills
MS Business CentralAccounting softwareFinancial statement preparationHGBTax lawWorking capital managementPayment optimization

Neura Robotics at a glance

German cognitive-robotics company building humanoid and collaborative robots that see, hear, feel, and learn to work alongside people.

NEURA Robotics designs cognitive robots (humanoids, collaborative arms, and mobile bases) plus the AI and platform that run them, all built in-house. Its flagship 4NE1 humanoid targets industrial workflows and everyday assistance, and the Neuraverse platform links deployed robots into a shared learning network.

~$1.7B+ raised · latest: Series C · up to $1.4B · June 2026 · backed by Tether, Amazon, NVIDIA, Qualcomm

Summary

The Finance Manager oversees daily bookkeeping and maintains accounts in MS Business Central. Responsibilities include preparing monthly and annual financial statements, optimizing payment runs, managing working capital, and ensuring compliance with tax laws and HGB requirements.

Job description

The Finance Manager position is a hands-on individual contributor position with no direct reports. Responsible for building and managing the U.S. finance and accounting infrastructure while independently executing day-to-day financial activities. Work closely with U.S. leadership and the Germany-based finance team to ensure financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and alignment with corporate financial objectives. Mission and Challenges

  • Establish and build the U.S. finance and accounting function, including policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial processes.
  • Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close.
  • Prepare financial statements, management reports, and financial analysis to support business decisions.
  • Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance reporting.
  • Monitor operating expenses, capital expenditures, and overall financial performance.
  • Oversee vendor payments, customer invoicing, expense management, banking, and working capital.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards, tax requirements, and federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Coordinate audits, tax filings, and relationships with external accounting and financial service providers.
  • Support payroll accounting, fixed asset management, and financial recordkeeping.
  • Coordinate with U.S. leadership and Germany-based finance to ensure consistent reporting and alignment with corporate financial requirements.
  • Provide financial guidance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support business planning, facility operations, and strategic investments.
  • Implement and improve financial systems, reporting tools, and processes to support the growth of U.S. operations.

What We Look Forward To

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, preferably in a manufacturing or international business environment.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost accounting.
  • Experience establishing and improving accounting processes, internal controls, and financial procedures.
  • Hands-on experience managing general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and month-end close.
  • Knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax requirements and regulatory compliance.
  • Experience with cash flow management, financial analysis, and capital expenditure tracking.
  • Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and build processes in a growing organization.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and international finance stakeholders.
  • Experience implementing financial systems, processes, and reporting structures in a startup or greenfield operation.
  • CPA or other relevant professional certification preferred.

Why work at Neura Robotics

  • Culture: "Passion for Winning" — achievement-driven, self-responsible culture with flat hierarchies. Values include trust, honesty, speed, and "We Are Human" (people at the heart of everything).
  • Flexibility: Flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation, and a hybrid-friendly environment.
  • Team: Over 1,400 employees from more than 45 countries — highly skilled, international team of experts.
  • Growth & Development: Support for personal and professional growth via Udemy training platform and more.
  • Compensation: Competitive salary package with exclusive employee discounts.
  • Perks: Summer parties, company town hall meetings, and regular team celebrations.
  • Impact: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cognitive robotics and AI that directly addresses labor shortages and makes a meaningful societal impact.
  • Diversity: Explicitly welcomes applications from all backgrounds, emphasizing building a team that reflects the world.
  • Application Process: Fast — initial feedback within a few days, interviews scheduled within two weeks.

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