Director of Strategic Finance - San Francisco, CA

Airwallex is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Finance to join its San Francisco office. This senior role reports to the Head of Strategic Finance and plays a central part in shaping the company’s financial direction. The position covers high-impact projects and offers direct access to executive leadership, with the chance to influence major decisio…

About ArmadaArmada is an innovative edge computing startup dedicated to providing robust computing infrastructure to underserved regions with limited connectivity and cloud infrastructure. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by deploying advanced technology solutions that enable real-time analytics and AI capabilities at the edge, wherever needed. About the Role We are in search of a strategic, analytical, and business-oriented finance leader to take on the role of Director of Strategic Finance within our Finance organization. Reporting directly to the head of strategic finance, you will collaborate with cross-functional leaders and business unit heads, spearheading financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and decision support initiatives throughout the company. Your responsibilities will include shaping financial planning and performance insights, enhancing financial rigor, and influencing critical business decisions that drive Armada’s growth and long-term strategic objectives.

Role overview Lyft is hiring a Senior Director of Strategic Finance in San Francisco, CA. This leader will guide the company’s financial strategy and support long-term growth plans. The role involves managing a skilled finance team and working closely with colleagues across departments to keep financial operations in step with Lyft’s business goals.

TL;DR - Why This Role Matters Scribe is navigating an exciting phase of expansion, and we are seeking a Director of Strategic Finance to establish the framework for our growth trajectory. This pivotal position will oversee company-wide planning and forecasting, playing an essential role in determining our investment priorities and growth strategies as we aim to double in size. You will collaborate closely with our Go-To-Market (GTM) teams to convert ambitious growth targets into actionable financial strategies and outcomes. This opportunity is for individuals who desire significant ownership, decision-making authority, and the ability to create the financial operating rhythm for a rapidly growing B2B SaaS organization. About the RoleIn this central role at Scribe, you will take charge of our financial planning and analysis functions, ensuring that the organization makes informed and disciplined decisions as we scale quickly.You will oversee the entire planning lifecycle, from creating annual operating plans and forecasts to maintaining their accuracy over time. This includes holding teams accountable for performance, managing re-forecasting when actual performance diverges from expectations, and assisting leadership in grasping the implications of their financial choices. The finance team serves as the trusted source of financial truth, and your leadership will be critical in ensuring the organization operates from a unified financial perspective.This role is both hands-on and high-ownership. You will partner with leaders from GTM, Accounting, and Operations to translate strategy into execution, identify risks and opportunities, and drive clarity in decision-making, particularly in times of ambiguity or misalignment. Although you may not start with a large team, this position carries significant influence, visibility, and responsibility, providing you with the opportunity to shape the financial operations as the company expands.In your first 3 to 12 months at Scribe, you will:Lead the planning process, including the annual operating plan, rolling forecasts, budgets, and long-term planning, while ensuring accountability for performance deviations.Develop and maintain financial models that support strategic decision-making and align with the company’s growth objectives.Explore and implement AI and automation opportunities within finance to enhance forecasting accuracy, speed of decision-making, and delivery of insights to the business.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn financial insights into actionable strategies by clarifying trade-offs and recommending future paths, while promoting timely decision-making amidst uncertainty.

About Our TeamAt OpenAI, our Strategic Finance organization plays a crucial role in providing valuable financial insights and guidance that align with our long-term strategic goals and ambitious growth initiatives. We collaborate across various departments including Product, Partnerships, Engineering, and Go-To-Market (GTM) to optimize resource allocation towards the most impactful opportunities while ensuring sustainable unit economics.The Applications Technology Strategic Finance team works closely with Product to enhance our core offerings and introduce innovative products to the market. We are responsible for leading revenue forecasting and performance management across our product portfolio, encompassing economic margins, pricing strategies, and structuring of partnership deals.About the RoleWe are seeking a Strategic Finance Partnerships Lead to spearhead strategic decision-making within OpenAI's growth and media partnership portfolio. This pivotal role acts as a key financial partner to the Partnerships deal leads and Product owners, focusing on the evaluation, pricing, and structuring of partnerships, while translating partnership opportunities into actionable economic insights and performance management strategies.Reporting to the Head of App Tech Finance, you will engage in hands-on deal evaluations, provide negotiation support, and oversee the partnership portfolio. Your expertise will shape our approach to partnership unit economics, measurement, incrementality, and the integration of partnership performance into forecasting and planning processes.This position is based in San Francisco, CA, operating under a hybrid work model (3 days per week in-office). Relocation assistance is available.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the financial evaluation of growth and media partnerships, modeling revenue, margin, compute costs, and payback periods to facilitate informed decision-making and negotiations.Establish clear economic frameworks and deal parameters (pricing floors, revenue-sharing structures, caps, minimum guarantees, performance-based terms) to safeguard long-term unit economics.Collaborate closely with Product and Partnerships teams to define and assess incrementality, ensuring contract terms align with measurable outcomes.Guide the pricing and structuring of partnership deals from initial strategy development through to final term-sheet negotiations, providing executive-level recommendations and trade-offs.Oversee partnership portfolio performance management: defining core metrics, identifying leading indicators, tracking variances against expectations, and surfacing potential risks and opportunities.Incorporate partnership economics into revenue forecasting and planning cycles in collaboration with the broader finance team.

As a Senior Associate in Strategic Finance at Chime, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategy and driving our growth initiatives. Your analytical skills will be essential in evaluating business performance and providing insights that steer the organization towards its financial goals.In this position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans, conduct financial modeling, and prepare reports that summarize your findings. Your contributions will directly impact decision-making at the highest levels of the company.

About MandolinAt Mandolin, we envision a future where nearly every disease can be effectively treated. By leveraging AI agents, we are establishing the clinical and financial frameworks necessary to expedite the delivery of innovative treatments to patients.We collaborate closely with some of the largest healthcare institutions in the United States, managing over $10 billion in drug spending nationwide. Our esteemed investors include Greylock, SV Angel, Maverick, SignalFire, and the founders of Vercel, Decagon, and Yahoo.Why We Need YouWe are seeking a Senior Associate in Strategic Finance & Operations to become a key member of the Finance & Strategy team at Mandolin. In this pivotal role, you will work directly with the Chief of Staff to the CEO, engaging in strategic finance, financial operations, analytics, and compliance.Your responsibilities will include developing models that influence the company's direction, preparing presentations for our board and investors, ensuring the financial and operational systems run smoothly, and providing the analytical insights that leadership requires for informed decision-making. You will oversee projects from inception to completion while collaborating across all departments.This position is perfect for an individual who thrives on working at various levels of detail—from handling daily reconciliations to crafting comprehensive financial narratives for the board. You will take pride in creating and refining systems and processes that enhance our operations.What's in It for YouGain direct exposure to CEO and investor-level strategies in a Series A company poised for significant growthPlay a foundational role in developing the Finance & Strategy function—your contributions will shape the infrastructure that scales with the companyPotential for career advancement into Lead or Manager positions as the function expandsCollaborate with all areas of the business—engineering, product, sales, marketing, and customer operations—gaining valuable insights into the organization's operationsYour ResponsibilitiesStrategic Finance & Financial Modeling:Develop, maintain, and refine financial models, including runway scenarios, burn analysis, revenue projections, and growth forecastsAssist in budgeting, forecasting, and re-forecasting cycles with accurate and timely analysisAnalyze unit economics, margin structures, and operational efficiencies to support financial decision-making

Join Carta as the Director of Strategic Finance - Go-To-Market (GTM). In this pivotal role, you will lead financial strategy and analysis to support our go-to-market initiatives, driving revenue growth and operational efficiency. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping financial decisions that align with our strategic vision.As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate cross-functionally to develop financial models, forecasts, and business cases that support our growth objectives. You will also be responsible for mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team.

Founded in 2007, Airbnb began as a small venture when two hosts welcomed three guests into their San Francisco home. Since then, it has expanded to a global network of over 5 million hosts, facilitating more than 2 billion guest arrivals in nearly every country. Every day, hosts provide unique stays and experiences, enabling guests to engage with communities in a more genuine manner.Join Our Dynamic Community:The Associate Principal, Strategic Finance & Analytics role within the Chief Business Officer Finance organization will play a pivotal part in driving the business's growth, analytics, and strategy. This position will involve collaboration with essential teams in supply, quality, product, and finance to deliver actionable insights and financial guidance directly to senior leadership.Your Impact:In this influential role, the Associate Principal will act as a key finance and strategy leader, working across various functions to enhance financial planning and analysis, monitor performance against CBO priorities, and support senior leadership with insightful financial analysis and strategic recommendations that drive growth and profitability in host-facing supply and partnerships aligned with the CBO’s mission.The ideal candidate will possess robust financial expertise and the capability to succinctly present insights and recommendations to senior leaders, shaping critical business decisions.A Day in This Role:Annual & Quarterly Planning: Work with business partners to oversee the annual and quarterly planning processes, ensuring alignment with both financial and strategic objectives.Strategic Initiatives: Lead or assist in strategic projects aimed at improving financial outcomes, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering long-term growth, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.Insights & Analytics: Deliver actionable insights and analytics that inform strategic decisions and drive business performance.

Join Ambience Healthcare as a Special Projects & Strategic Finance Associate, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Office of the President. This position involves engaging with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and special projects that align with our organizational objectives. You will analyze financial data, develop reports, and provide insights that will aid in informed decision-making and enhance operational efficiency.

Our Mission: Hospital-Quality Care, Everywhere.The healthcare landscape remains encumbered by outdated practices like faxes and phone calls, hindering the coordination of critical care for patients at home. At Verse Medical, we believe that both patients and the clinicians who care for them deserve a more advanced system.We are pioneering a modern software infrastructure designed to bridge the gaps within the healthcare system. As a well-funded Series C company, supported by prominent investors such as General Catalyst, SignalFire, and Sapphire Ventures, our mission is to mend a fragmented healthcare system. Our platform seamlessly connects providers, payors, and patients, ensuring that individuals receive high-quality care where they reside. We are rapidly expanding and seeking passionate individuals who are aligned with our mission to join our team!Our Values: The Principles That Guide UsOur core values serve as the foundation for our collaboration with each other and our partners. They are not just phrases; they are the guiding principles that influence our decisions daily.Transparency, Honesty, and Directness: We operate with openness, sharing both good and bad information, fostering trust and progress through direct, respectful feedback.Speed of Iteration: We prioritize quick learning and implementation as we create innovative solutions, valuing progress over perfection.Focused Effort: Our dedication to our mission means we are willing to go the extra mile when necessary, balancing intensity with sustainability to keep our team energized for the long haul.Empathy for Customers: We take ownership of our users' challenges, constantly asking ourselves, 'How can we improve this experience?' We believe that genuine innovation stems from deeply understanding and addressing the real-world challenges within healthcare.Your Impact: Contributing to Healing a Broken SystemThis is a unique opportunity to become a vital member of a small yet impactful team in a wide-ranging Strategic Finance role. You will play a crucial part in facilitating patients' transitions from hospital to home for recovery. Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Operations, you will collaborate closely with various functional leaders across Partnerships, Sales, Customer Success, Operations, and more, influencing the direction of our most critical initiatives.

Join Our Mission at RoofstockAt Roofstock, we are the premier investment platform for single-family rental homes (SFR), dedicated to transforming the rental housing landscape to empower all stakeholders involved. We combine our commitment to helping investors grow wealth through real estate with innovative technology, redefining the investment experience.Our Growth StoryWith a dynamic team of over 750 talented individuals, our collaborative culture drives our success. In 2022, we achieved significant milestones, including a Series E funding round that raised $240 million. Our offices are located in San Francisco and New York City. Our growth trajectory includes strategic acquisitions such as Stessa (financial management software), RentPrep (tenant screening services), and Mynd (property management solutions). Looking ahead, our ownership stake in Casago (short-term rental management) expands our platform to serve both long-term and short-term rental investments.About the RoleWe are looking for a driven and analytical Strategic Finance and Corporate Development Associate to contribute to our expanding team. This role is pivotal in guiding the company’s strategic vision, assessing growth opportunities, and supporting key corporate strategies, including mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate boasts a robust background in strategy, finance, and cross-departmental collaboration, thriving in a dynamic, results-focused environment. This position reports to the Senior Director of Strategic Finance.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Planning & Market AnalysisCollaborate with executive leadership on annual and long-term strategic planning initiatives.Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to pinpoint industry trends, emerging challenges, and growth opportunities.Develop business cases and strategic frameworks for evaluating new markets, products, or business models.Corporate Development & M&ASupport the identification, assessment, and execution of potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and investments.

Join Decagon as a Strategic Finance Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategies and driving growth. In this position, you will leverage your expertise to analyze financial data, develop forecasts, and provide insights that influence key business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on financial goals and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

OpenAI seeks a Strategic Finance Generalist based in San Francisco. This position plays a key part in financial planning and analysis, supporting decisions that shape both ongoing projects and broader business initiatives. Role overview The Strategic Finance Generalist works closely with teams to provide insights and recommendations that guide company strategy. The work directly impacts OpenAI’s ability to adapt as the AI industry evolves. What you will do Support financial planning and analysis for various projects Contribute to decision-making on business initiatives Help influence company strategy through financial insights Location This role is based in San Francisco.

About ArcadeAt Arcade, we strive to empower teams to become exceptional storytellers through innovative visual experiences. With over 22,000 teams leveraging our platform to craft compelling product narratives, we are committed to enhancing how software companies present their offerings at every stage of the customer journey. Our team comprises talented individuals from leading companies like Atlassian, AngelList, and Shopify, dedicated to building user-friendly products that drive engagement.This position is hybrid-based, located in our San Francisco, CA office.

Join our dynamic team at speak as a Strategic Finance Analyst. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing financial strategies that drive our business growth and efficiency. You will analyze financial data, prepare reports, and work closely with cross-functional teams to enhance our strategic initiatives.

Eight Sleep is looking for a Strategic Finance Manager based in San Francisco. This role plays a key part in shaping the company’s financial direction and informing decisions that impact growth. The focus is on delivering clear financial insights to leadership through careful analysis and planning. What you will do Build and update financial models to assess a range of business scenarios Create forecasts and monitor important company metrics Analyze financial and operational data to guide strategic choices Partner with leaders across the business to support financial planning Role overview This position centers on financial modeling, forecasting, and analytics. The Strategic Finance Manager provides data-driven insights that help shape company strategy and support leadership in making informed decisions.

About Our TeamJoin the Strategic Finance team at OpenAI, where we drive financial insights and strategic guidance to propel the company toward its long-term objectives. We collaborate across various departments to allocate and optimize our resources for maximum impact.Our focus within Strategic Finance is on enhancing the financial performance of our B2B products and go-to-market functions, ensuring a strong connection between our financial goals and overarching company strategy. We work closely with leaders across Product, GTM, Research, Partnerships, and Operations to:Lead operational planning, financial forecasting, and performance management for our B2B division.Deliver actionable insights on B2B product performance to inform strategic resource allocation.Establish the financial frameworks necessary for scaling and accelerating growth.About the RoleWe are seeking analytical and strategic finance professionals who can independently drive initiatives while collaborating with senior leaders in the B2B space. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the financial trajectory of cutting-edge AI products and initiatives at the intersection of strategy, finance, and technology.This position is based in San Francisco, CA. We embrace a hybrid work model of three days in the office each week and provide relocation assistance to new hires.In this role, your responsibilities will include:Acting as a strategic finance partner for our B2B Product and GTM teams.Overseeing B2B financial planning related to revenue, gross margin, and operational expenses for annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range planning.Developing and managing critical metrics to evaluate product performance, unit economics, sales productivity, and compute efficiency.Conducting trend analyses to derive actionable insights that guide strategic decision-making and day-to-day operations.Building and enhancing FP&A processes, including forecasting methodologies and performance reporting that enhance accountability and decision-making speed.Supporting key strategic initiatives, including pricing strategies, deal structuring, and business case development for growth opportunities and new launches.Managing the complete financial oversight of budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and performance monitoring.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a significant impact on the world? Zipline is dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics landscape. Our mission is to tackle the most pressing access challenges globally by creating an innovative instant delivery and logistics system that ensures equal service to everyone, irrespective of their location.From facilitating Rwanda's national blood delivery network and assisting Ghana in COVID-19 vaccine distribution to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, and enabling healthcare providers to deliver care directly to homes across the U.S., we are reshaping the dynamics of movement for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our technology may be intricate, but our vision is straightforward: a teleportation-like service that delivers your essentials exactly when you need them.By leveraging robotics, autonomy, and sophisticated logistics models, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions from deliveries, alleviating road congestion, and enhancing equitable access to vital goods for billions of people around the globe.About the RoleAs the Head of Strategic Finance for Africa, you will occupy a pivotal leadership role within Zipline’s Strategic Finance team and will be an essential member of Zipline’s Africa Leadership Team. You will take full ownership of financial strategy, planning, and performance management for Zipline's operations in Africa while significantly influencing the overarching global financial strategy of the company.Reporting directly to the Global Head of Strategic Finance, this position blends enterprise-wide decision-making with regional execution. The Strategic Finance team at Zipline is responsible for the company's consolidated business model, long-term planning, capital distribution, and global financial strategy - making your role a cornerstone of this function. You'll ensure that Africa's strategy, investments, and performance are seamlessly integrated into Zipline’s comprehensive business plan.As a vital member of the Africa Leadership Team, you'll act as a trusted financial partner to regional leadership, facilitating operational execution, growth initiatives, and partnerships across diverse African markets.This role also involves establishing a compact, high-impact team. Your team will provide direct, embedded support to leaders across Africa’s Go-to-Market, Engineering, Operations, and General & Administrative functions. Promoting financial literacy across the organization so that teams comprehend unit economics, trade-offs, and the long-term impacts of their decisions is essential for the success of Zipline Africa.This role requires in-person attendance at our South San Francisco, CA office, where Zipline’s Strategic Finance team and many of our go-to-market, operations, and engineering collaborators are based. The position includes occasional travel to Africa to engage closely with local operators and connect with key government, donor, and commercial stakeholders.