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Strategic Finance Lead

New York City, USAOn-sitePosted 1 month ago

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Job type
Full-time
Work mode
On-site
Level
Lead
Department
Finance and Accounting
Experience
Not listed
Posted
Aug 9, 2026

About the role

This is our first dedicated finance hire. You'll own strategic finance end to end: the operating model, monthly metrics reporting, capacity planning, pricing and unit economics, and accounting & tax close.

What you'll do

  • Own the operating model
  • Run monthly metrics reporting
  • Build and maintain live dashboards for ARR, pipeline, burn, and sales productivity
  • Own the finance tech stack: QuickBooks, Ramp, banking partners, billing system, including the integrations between them
  • Manage tax, revenue recognition, reporting requirements, & financial compliance
  • Manage the monthly accounting close with our accounting team
  • Partner with sales leadership on comp plans, quota design, capacity models
  • Prep board materials and support fundraising diligence

What we're looking for

  • 2+ years in investment banking or private equity, followed by 3+ years in strategic finance or FP&A at a high-growth startup
  • AI-native. You should already be using AI heavily in your own work
  • Experience at an enterprise sales company, ideally with infrastructure or usage-based focus
  • Strong modeling skills. Driver-based, easy to audit, built for other people to use
  • You've managed accounting closes
  • Comfortable building and owning the entire finance function

What We Offer

We provide a competitive package designed to attract and retain top talent who can work effectively with enterprise customers.

  • Competitive salary and equity — compensation that reflects your expertise and customer-facing responsibilities.
  • Paid time off — paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave.
  • Professional development — budget for conferences, courses, and certifications in AI, enterprise software, and customer success.
  • Top-tier equipment — your choice of laptop and accessories to create your ideal work environment.
  • Health benefits — comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Customer interaction opportunities — work directly with innovative companies and see the immediate impact of your work.