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At ROLI, we’re redefining how people connect with music. As Head of FP&A and Finance Operations, you will lead the company’s financial planning & analysis, forecast management, and finance operations.

About Us

ROLI creates tools that turn all humans into music makers. From the groundbreaking Seaboard to our latest ROLI Piano and Airwave, we design intuitive instruments and technologies that make music creation more expressive, accessible, and inspiring.

We are a team of musicians, engineers, coders, researchers and creatives of every background, united by a passion for learning, innovation and collaboration. Our mission is simple: to empower people everywhere to connect with themselves and others through sound.

Your Purpose

Provide accurate, timely insights for executive and board reporting. Own long‑term financial modelling and forecasting under the guidance of the VP of Finance. Work closely with the Operations Director and Senior Finance Manager to ensure our finance and operations systems scale effectively with the company’s growth.

Your Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Partner with the business to deliver timely, insightful analysis that supports strategic decision‑making and evaluates the financial impact of key decisions and scenarios.
• Support the VP of Finance in managing the company’s long‑term financial plan, including financial modelling and reporting to investors on a routine and ad‑hoc basis.
• Collaborate with the VP of Finance and leadership team to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting across the business.
• Provide analysis and reporting for investment proposals and due diligence related to fundraising activities.
• Manage and develop the FP&A Analyst (to be recruited).

Reporting & Business Partnership

• Work closely with the Senior Finance Manager and accounting team to support monthly reporting commentary.
• Partner with the Operations Director and Manager on inventory management and reporting, ensuring:
  • Accurate forecasting of component and logistics costs for cash flow purposes.
  • Regular review of hardware and software cost of goods by product (NetSuite vs. expected costs).
  • Oversight of NREs and related reporting.

Process Improvement & Systems Development

• Partner with the Data team to enhance Omni dashboard reporting for Finance and Operations, building a summary‑level dashboard that tracks key KPIs versus Plan and Prior Year.
• Review and implement new tools to automate and reduce manual work in FP&A.
• Conduct NetSuite process reviews and ensure optimal system use across Finance and Operations (P2P, O2C, R2R, Inventory, revenue management modules).
• Collaborate with the Senior Finance Manager and Director of Operations to spearhead automation initiatives across Finance and Operations, ensuring smooth running of the Shopify/NetSuite integration project.

Who We’re Looking For

• Degree qualification or equivalent experience.
• Professional accounting qualification, preferably ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent, with at least 10 years post‑qualification experience.
• Strong analytical, financial planning and budget management skills.
• Advanced Excel and presentation skills.
• Commercially focused and willing to challenge information rather than take it at face value.
• Flexible, innovative and adaptable to meet competing priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• Independent thinker with an inquisitive mind and demonstrable examples of proactive solutions.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Passion for music, technology and/or startups.

It’s Music To Our Ears If

• Experience working at a startup or high‑growth company, ideally within consumer goods, hardware or software businesses.
• Experience using NetSuite or a similar ERP system and tools like Power BI or similar.
• Experience or exposure to manufacturing companies.
• MBA qualification.
• Experience with SaaS reporting and analytics.

Your Impact

Strategic Alignment: The Executive and Board rely on your models and insights for major investment and operational decisions.

Forecasting Excellence: You’ve established an accurate, dynamic financial model that integrates all parts of the business — from hardware and software to DTC.

Operational Improvement: Finance and Operations run seamlessly, supported by efficient systems and clear ownership.

Cross‑Functional Partnership: Commercial, Data and Product teams use shared financial KPIs to guide growth and efficiency.

Team Growth: You’ve hired, onboarded, and developed an FP&A Analyst, building a strong, collaborative FP&A function.

In your first 90 days you’ll gain a deep understanding of ROLI’s business model, take ownership of the financial operational model, and manage the cash‑flow forecast.

By 6 to 12 months success looks like a fully operational, insight‑driven FP&A function that supports both the day‑to‑day and long‑term strategy of the business.

Life at ROLI

This role comes with a competitive salary and a range of benefits designed to support your health, well‑being and creativity. Benefits include a healthcare cash plan, pension scheme, volunteering days, Bike2Work, access to trained counsellors, hack days, yoga classes and a product lending library. You’ll also enjoy regular social events and fresh‑made smoothies, breakfast pastries and vegan lunches during the week.

We embrace hybrid working: three days in the office (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) for collaboration and focus time.

Application Process

• Intro Call – conversation with the Talent Acquisition Partner.
• Hiring Manager Interview – discussion with the VP of Finance.
• Assessment – you may be asked to demonstrate your modelling skills.
• Team Interview – conversation with the CFO and Senior Finance Manager.
• Final Interview – conversation with the Co‑Founder.

Inclusion & Belonging

At ROLI, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics or age. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.