Strategic Finance Lead

Responsibilities Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning process in collaboration with leadership Manage and track accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely payments, and reconciliations Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for internal leadership, and support quarterly reporting to investors, and the Board of Directors Partner with our accounting firm to support financial closings, audits, tax filings, and preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements Monitor key business metrics including revenue, margins, cash flow, and operating expenses to inform decision-making Oversee implementation and optimization of new internal financial controls, tools, and dashboards for visibility across teams Act as a strategic thought partner to the CEO and leadership team, translating financial insights into actionable recommendations Develop financial and operational models to assess new business opportunities, pricing strategies, and partnerships Prepare board and investor materials, providing clear analyses and updates on financial and operational performance Collaborate with HR to align headcount planning, payroll budgeting, and benefits administration with financial goals Support process improvement and systems implementation across finance, HR, and operations Serve as an internal consultant to optimize business operations, strengthen performance tracking, and ensure data integrity Provide financial and strategic analysis to support growth initiatives Partner across teams - including Product, Partnerships, and Operations - to ensure alignment between financial performance and strategic objectives Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics preferred; MBA or management consulting experience preferred Experience: 5-8 years in finance, strategy, or business operations, ideally within life sciences, healthcare technology, or venture‑backed startups Strong background in FP&A, business analysis, and operational finance (budgeting, forecasting, and reporting) required Hands‑on experience with accounts payable/receivable tracking and financial systems Skilled at developing executive‑level presentations and financial materials for investors or boards Excellent communicator who can synthesize data into clear insights and drive collaborative decision‑making Proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets; experience with QuickBooks, SalesForce, Monday.com Comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and thriving in a fast‑paced, early‑stage environment #J-18808-Ljbffr