Head of Finance & Operations
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Anvil Capture Systems is a Boston, MA-based startup commercializing novel carbon dioxide removal technology that is uniquely provable, affordable, scalable, and safe, making Anvil a highly competitive entrant in the sector. Anvil is based out of Greentown Labs, the largest climate tech incubator in the world.
Reporting directly to Anvil’s CEO, the Head of Finance & Operations will be a critical member of Anvil’s growing team. This role oversees finance, HR, and operational functions, ensuring strong financial stewardship, compliant operations, and efficient internal systems as the company scales.
This is a full-time role based in Boston (Somerville), MA.
Key Responsibilities
Anvil Capture Systems is committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their very best work.
Compensation Range: $150K - $180K
Anvil Capture Systems is a Boston, MA-based startup commercializing novel carbon dioxide removal technology that is uniquely provable, affordable, scalable, and safe, making Anvil a highly competitive entrant in the sector. Anvil is based out of Greentown Labs, the largest climate tech incubator in the world.
Reporting directly to Anvil’s CEO, the Head of Finance & Operations will be a critical member of Anvil’s growing team. This role oversees finance, HR, and operational functions, ensuring strong financial stewardship, compliant operations, and efficient internal systems as the company scales.
This is a full-time role based in Boston (Somerville), MA.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all finance functions, including financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.
- Create, manage, and track budgets for company projects and grant-funded programs.
- Oversee accounting systems, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Manage contracts, legal coordination, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations.
- Lead HR functions including recruiting, contracting, onboarding, and offboarding.
- Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HR policies and processes.
- Prepare financial and operational presentations and reports for leadership, investors, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Provide oversight of internal systems supporting finance, HR, and operations.
- Manage company administrative operations, including IT, as well as office and lab space administration.
- Support strategic planning, operational scaling, and cross-functional initiatives as the company grows.
- 7+ years of experience in finance, operations, or general management roles.
- Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close processes.
- Experience managing contracts, compliance, and grant or project-based reporting.
- Experience overseeing HR functions and recruiting in a growing organization.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and reporting.
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving needs.
- Experience working at a startup or in the climate or clean technology sector.
- Experience managing grant-funded or nonprofit-adjacent programs.
- Familiarity with accounting systems, ERP platforms, and HRIS tools.
- Experience supporting board, investor, or executive-level reporting.
Anvil Capture Systems is committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their very best work.
Compensation Range: $150K - $180K