FlyingBasket is an innovative Start-Up, specializing in the production of multicopter drones suitable for commercial use such as cargo transportation, heavy lifting operations, logistics and various other applications, solving real problems, onshore and offshore.

Since its inception, FlyingBasket has become the benchmark in the commercial cargo drone industry. We are continuously expanding our commercial operations and looking for someone dynamic and experienced to join our team in the journey towards unlocking the full potential of our innovative technology as we scale.

Our ideal candidate is no stranger to a startup environment and cross-functional collaboration. She will be trusted to take ownership of the finance in a hands‑on manner, bringing in capital and help plan and budget for the projects. Our new team member will have accountability from day one, guided by team spirit and passion towards innovative solutions that drones bring to other industries. If this sounds like you, we are looking forward to meeting you!

Responsibilities

Act as a strategic partner to the founders, supporting key business decisions

Own financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash/runway management

Create and maintain financial models

Lead financing and fundraising activities

Manage investor relations and documentation

Oversee legal, IP, and governance topics in coordination with external advisors

Own company administration: accounting oversight, payroll, contracts & infrastructure

Support Quality and Compliance functions

Must Have

Ownership mindset: hands‑on, pragmatic, and comfortable with ambiguity

Ability to communicate clearly with founders, investors, and external partners

Hands‑on experience raising private capital (angels, VCs, family offices, or strategics)

Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills

Experience with raising capital

Proven existing strong network with investors and companies that you helped succeed

Nice to have





Accounting background and basics

Practical experience with legal, IP, and corporate governance topics

Resourceful / ability to get things done with minimal support

Naturally high energy and active listening

Strategical Thinking & Problem solving

Objectives of this Role

Secure funding to support growth by leading private fundraising activities and driving successful closes with the right investors.

Build financial clarity for decision‑making by owning forecasts, budgets, KPIs, and reporting that leadership can actually use.

Set up scalable finance operations (processes, tools, external partners) that are lean today and ready for growth tomorrow.

Manage the investments and finances in line with the company's goals

Oversight of the company's activities to ensure the financial sustainability of the projects

Extend and actively manage runway through disciplined and flexible cash planning, scenario modeling, and clear prioritization with the founders.

De‑risk the company on legal/IP topics by ensuring ownership, contracts, governance, and IP structure are handled correctly with external counsel.

Act as a strategic partner to leadership by supporting high‑impact decisions (hiring, pricing, partnerships, expansion) with clear financial insight.

What We Offer
Each team member has a chance to see the impact of her/his work. You will be encouraged to take initiative from day one and work on challenging and stimulating projects. Here you can make a real contribution to the success of the company by learning from and teaching your colleagues. FlyingBasket organizes team building activities throughout the year, including mountain hikes, sports activities, movie nights and much more.

Dynamic, international environment

Work in a team and autonomously

A full-time on-site position

Personal development through

Learning and communication

Activities

Company Gym

Hikes and walks in summer

Skiing/Sledging in winter

Eat & Drink
Fruit, coffee, snacks and freshly cooked lunch daily

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📌 Chief Finance Officer (Bolzano)
🏢 Settore aeronautico e aerospaziale
📍 Bolzano