About Rutile Heights

Rutile Heights Inc. is a Canadian smart housing and AI construction company leveraging advanced automation and data intelligence to make homes affordable, sustainable, and intelligent. Through our AI platform RutAI, we’re reimagining home construction and living using modules like BuildSuite (AI-driven project management), Flow (energy optimization), and Pulse (smart wellness and safety). We are preparing to raise a $250K–$500K seed round to scale RutAi, launch smart housing pilot projects, and expand across Ontario and Nova Scotia.

Role Overview

As Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you’ll be the financial architect of Rutile Heights, responsible for fundraising, investor engagement, financial modeling, and capital strategy.

You’ll work directly with the Founder & CEO (Dike Chukunda) to structure the company’s seed round, manage investor relations, and establish financial systems that support long-term growth.

This is a rare opportunity to join at founding level, with significant equity ownership and direct influence over a high-impact venture shaping the future of Canadian housing technology.

Key Responsibilities

1. Fundraising & Investor Relations

Lead the seed round fundraising strategy ($250K–$500K target).
Build relationships with angel investors, VCs, incubators, and government funding programs (e.g., NRC IRAP, SR&ED, and SDTC).
Develop compelling financial projections, cap tables, and investor decks.
Represent Rutile Heights in pitch sessions, Start-Up Visa presentations, and investment meetings.
Oversee investor due diligence and post-funding financial reporting.

2. Financial Strategy & Planning

Design and manage Rutile Heights’ financial model, including revenue forecasts, unit economics, and cash flow analysis.
Collaborate with the CEO to allocate seed capital across AI product development, housing operations, and marketing.
Build financial dashboards and KPIs for transparency and decision-making.
Analyze profitability for smart construction projects and RutAi subscription tiers.
Evaluate funding opportunities through grants, incubator programs, or strategic partnerships.

3. Corporate Governance & Compliance

Manage incorporation structure, share agreements, and founder equity distribution.
Ensure compliance with CRA, Ontario corporate regulations, and investor frameworks.
Oversee accounting, audits, tax filings, and reporting systems.
Maintain relationships with banks, accountants, and legal advisors.

4. Strategic Growth Leadership

Contribute to the company’s strategic roadmap from pre-seed validation to Series A scalability.
Partner with the COO and CTO to align financial planning with construction delivery and AI product development.
Support pricing, market expansion, and investor communication strategies.

Qualifications

Proven experience in finance, venture capital, accounting, or startup fundraising.
Strong grasp of financial modeling, valuation, and investor communications.
Familiarity with Canadian funding programs, clean-tech grants, or real estate investment is an asset.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-impact startup environment.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Compensation & Ownership

Equity stake in Rutile Heights Inc. (negotiable based on contribution).
Opportunity for paid CFO position post-seed round.
Leadership in one of Canada’s most promising AI x Smart Housing ventures.

Why Join Rutile Heights

Be a founding executive shaping the future of intelligent, affordable housing in Canada.
Build and lead a company with a strong AI-driven innovation and sustainability mission.
Collaborate with visionary founder and a team combining technology, construction, and clean energy expertise.
Gain high visibility with investors, incubators, and government innovation programs.

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