Associate Director, Strategic Finance & Business Operations

Director, Strategic Finance & Business Operations Overview We are seeking a high-impact, intellectually curious leader to join our team as Director of Strategic Finance & Business Operations. This role is designed for a generalist problem solver — someone who thrives in ambiguity and can bring structure, insight, and action to complex, cross‑functional challenges. You will operate as a force multiplier for the business, working across corporate functions and leadership to evaluate investments, improve decision‑making, and drive operational effectiveness. This is not a traditional FP&A role—it’s about figuring out what matters and making it better. Key Responsibilities Own Ambiguous, High‑Impact Problems Lead analysis and decision support for loosely defined high‑priority business questions Frame problems, gather imperfect data, and drive to clear, actionable recommendations Act as a “go‑to” partner for high priority projects Evaluate Cost Structures Evaluate cost structures with a focus on ROI, efficiency, and strategic alignment Support budgeting and forecasting— with an emphasis on decision‑making, not reporting Executive Decision Support Build business cases, scenario analyses, and “what if” models for senior leadership Distill complex topics into clear insights and recommendations Challenge assumptions and elevate the quality of decision‑making Build Structure Without Bureaucracy Create simple, scalable frameworks where none exist Improve how the company evaluates spend and operational performance Balance rigor with speed—focus on what drives decisions What You Bring 8‑10+ years of experience in strategic finance, consulting, business operations, fintech or start‑up environments. Proven ability to operate in unstructured environments and drive outcomes Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, paired with business judgment Ability to go from blank page to structured thinking to executive‑ready recommendation Confidence working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions High ownership, with a fast‑paced entrepreneurial approach Excellent communications skills and executive presence What Success Looks Like Leadership has clearer, faster, better‑informed decisions Corporate costs are actively managed as investments, not just expenses Ambiguous problems get solved—not passed around The role becomes a trusted extension of senior leadership Why This Role Broad exposure across the company and leadership team Opportunity to shape how the business allocates resources and operates Dynamic scope that evolves with business priorities Ideal for someone who wants to own outcomes, not just analysis Location: New York City, NY – In office (Tues‑Thurs) Target base salary range is $180,000-$215,000 annually, which is based on various factors including skills and work experience. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a competitive additional compensation program that is based on individual and company performance. Benefits Health and wellbeing options including medical, prescription, dental, vision, hearing, accident, hospital indemnity, and life insurances Up to 4% matching 401(k) Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% share discount) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off (15 days’ vacation per year, plus 4 personal days, prorated based on start date) Paid sick leave as determined by state or local ordinance (prorated based on start date) Paid holidays (7 days per year, based on start date) Paid volunteer time (3 days per year, prorated based on start date) #J-18808-Ljbffr