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At Bose Corporation we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years we have been a company built on innovation excellence and independence. Privately owned fiercely customer-focused and driven by our values we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions we are shaping the future of audio technology automotive luxury and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job DescriptionWho we are looking forThe Director of Finance Audio Technology will serve as the senior finance leader and strategic business partner for Bose Corporation’s Audio Tech business. This role will act as the “CFO” of the internal business unit partnering closely with the Audio Tech BU leader and cross-functional leadership team to scale a high-growth software- and technology-enabled business within Bose.
The ideal candidate brings progressive finance leadership experience with demonstrated success in growing and scaling software SaaS licensing platform or technology businesses. Prior experience may include finance leadership roles in high-growth software or technology companies venture-backed startups corporate development environments or business unit CFO roles in larger enterprises.
What you will be responsible for Strategic Finance Leadership- Serve as the primary finance partner to the Audio Tech BU leader helping shape strategy operating priorities investment choices and growth plans.
- Translate business strategy into financial plans operating models key performance indicators and decision frameworks.
- Provide CFO-level insight on growth profitability capital allocation pricing licensing economics and long-term value creation.
- Partner with Product Engineering Business Development Sales Marketing Legal Corporate Development and Corporate Finance to support disciplined execution of the BU strategy.
- Own the financial planning cadence for the Audio Tech BU including annual operating plan long-range plan rolling forecasts monthly business reviews and scenario planning.
- Develop scalable financial models for software licensing platform partner and services revenue streams.
- Establish and manage performance dashboards that connect pipeline bookings revenue gross margin operating expense cash flow and profitability.
- Identify risks and opportunities early and provide actionable recommendations to improve business outcomes.
- Help scale Audio Tech from an emerging growth business into a repeatable high-margin technology-driven business model.
- Build and develop a high-performing Finance team supporting the Audio Tech BU
- Build financial frameworks for partner economics licensing structures royalty models pricing strategy minimum guarantees and revenue recognition considerations.
- Support commercial deal reviews by evaluating deal profitability margin impact investment requirements contract structure and strategic value.
- Partner with Business Development and Product Management to prioritize the highest-value opportunities across customers platforms markets and use cases.
- Modernize Finance and drive continuous improvement including but not limited to leveraging AI automation and data-driven tools to improve forecasting and decision support.
- Develop business cases for growth investments platform development partner enablement tools systems and organizational scaling.
- Lead financial evaluation of roadmap investments including ROI payback margin profile strategic optionality and capacity tradeoffs.
- Create governance mechanisms to ensure resources are allocated to the highest-return opportunities and aligned with enterprise priorities.
- Drive transparency around spend headcount capacity and investment choices across the BU.
- Develop repeatable processes that enable faster better decisions as the business scales
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience including senior FP&A strategic finance business unit finance corporate finance or CFO-equivalent responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience scaling software SaaS platform licensing technology services or high-growth digital businesses.
- Experience in a startup venture-backed technology company growth-stage business or entrepreneurial business unit within a larger company strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of software and technology business models including recurring revenue licensing usage-based revenue partner economics gross margin scaling customer acquisition economics and operating leverage.
- Proven ability to partner with senior business leaders and influence strategic decisions through financial insight.
- Exceptional financial modeling forecasting scenario planning and business case development skills.
- Experience building KPI frameworks dashboards and management reporting for growth businesses.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or related field required; MBA or equivalent advanced credential preferred.
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At Bose you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills experience education and location and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham Massachusetts is: $181900-$250150.The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary.In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs comprehensive health and welfare benefits a 401(k) plan plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose guided by our values and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.
Bose is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics. The EEOC’s “Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal” Poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf. Bose is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Please include "Application Accommodation Request" in the subject of the email.
Our goal is to create an atmosphere where every candidate feels supported and empowered in the interviewing process. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and we believe that providing reasonable accommodation is not only a legal obligation but also a fundamental aspect of our commitment to being an employer of choice. We recognize that individuals may have different needs and requirements based on their abilities and we provide reasonable accommodations to ensure ideal conditions are met during the application process.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience including senior FP&A strategic finance business unit finance corporate finance or CFO-equivalent responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience scaling software SaaS platform licensing technology services or high-growth digital businesses.
- Strong understanding of software and technology business models (recurring revenue licensing usage-based revenue partner economics gross margin scaling customer acquisition economics operating leverage).
- Proven ability to partner with senior business leaders and influence strategic decisions through financial insight.
- Exceptional financial modeling forecasting scenario planning and business case development skills.
- Experience building KPI frameworks dashboards and management reporting for growth businesses.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance Accounting Economics Business or related field.
- Experience in a startup venture-backed technology company growth-stage business or entrepreneurial business unit within a larger company.
- MBA or equivalent advanced credential.
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Bose Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Retirement Support—Offers a 401(k) with employer match plus a separate Core Contribution along with disability and life insurance and access to financial coaching. Feedback suggests some U.S. employees may also have a defined‑benefit pension enhancing long‑term security for certain groups.
- Healthcare Strength—Provides medical dental pharmacy and vision coverage for employees and dependents alongside mental‑health EAP support a 24/7 nurse line and well‑being apps. FSAs/HSAs and additional protections like disability and life insurance contribute to comprehensive coverage.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Includes paid vacation sick/personal time company holidays and multiple paid leaves such as parental and family care. A hybrid work model for many roles adds further flexibility to time‑away options.
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What We Do
At Bose Corporation we’re powered by our legendary brands — Bose McIntosh and Sonus faber — bringing together more than 175 years of combined technical expertise craftsmanship and artistry. Founded by Dr. Amar Bose our company is driven by purpose and devoted to advancing what’s possible in audio — creating transformative experiences in the home on the go and on the road.
Why Work With Us
At Bose Corp. we’re united by a simple belief: sound is the most powerful force on earth. It moves us focuses us connects us. It’s why we exist to invent—advancing science and art—to deliver transformative experiences. Join us to invent what’s next—and unleash the power of sound together. Let’s Make Waves.
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