Senior Strategic Finance Manager

Senior Strategic Finance Manager

The Senior Strategic Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, supporting business growth, and driving data-informed decision-making across a global, remote-first organization. You will lead key financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities, partnering with cross-functional leaders to evaluate business performance and strategic investment opportunities. From product expansion and monetization strategies to marketing effectiveness and potential acquisitions, your financial insights will help guide high-impact decisions. You will build sophisticated financial models, oversee forecasting processes, and translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership. The role also offers the opportunity to modernize financial operations by leveraging AI-powered tools, automation, and business intelligence platforms. Working in a collaborative and autonomous environment, you will have significant ownership of strategic projects and contribute directly to long-term profitability and sustainable growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional who combines analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Accountabilities

• Lead and enhance financial planning and analysis processes, including quarterly forecasts covering the profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and cash flow, as well as annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Develop comprehensive financial models to assess product expansion, search monetization, marketing return on investment, potential acquisitions, and other strategic business initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to evaluate business performance, assess investment opportunities, and provide financial guidance that supports strategic priorities and profitable growth.
• Review and communicate financial results, identifying trends, risks, opportunities, and variances against forecasts to inform business decisions.
• Own recurring financial reporting and analytical deliverables, including forecast variance analysis, user metrics, P&L performance, and headcount reporting.
• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to evaluate the financial implications of changing business conditions, strategic investments, and new growth opportunities.
• Present complex financial findings through concise, well-structured narratives and recommendations tailored to senior leadership in a remote, asynchronous work environment.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate recurring financial analyses, reporting processes, and workflows using AI tools and business intelligence solutions.
• Leverage platforms such as Tableau, Grafana, and AI-assisted tools to improve reporting efficiency, data accessibility, and financial visibility.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems, processes, and analytical frameworks while promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, and evidence-based decision-making.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in strategic finance, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or a related field.
• Advanced Excel skills and extensive financial modeling experience, including the development and management of integrated three-statement financial forecasts.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex, ambiguous analytical projects from initial problem definition through execution and final recommendations.
• Strong understanding of financial performance metrics, forecasting methodologies, budgeting processes, and strategic investment evaluation.
• Knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting practices.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships with business partners and collaborate across departments to achieve organizational objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain sophisticated financial concepts clearly and concisely to senior stakeholders.
• Experience working effectively in remote, asynchronous environments, demonstrating strong ownership, organization, and independent judgment.
• A proactive approach to improving analytical efficiency through process automation and the practical application of AI tools.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience with Tableau, Grafana, Sage Intacct, or similar financial reporting and business intelligence platforms.
• Background in sales finance, go-to-market (GTM) finance, corporate finance, or mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
• Experience within technology companies, advertising-supported business models, subscription-based services, or publicly traded organizations.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to challenge assumptions and validate recommendations through data.
• Candidates must be based in North America and comfortable participating in occasional video meetings and periodic team travel.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation: CAD $253,500–$284,417 for eligible Canadian-based candidates.
• Equity compensation: Stock options that provide an opportunity to participate in the organization's long-term success.
• Remote-first flexibility: Work remotely with flexible scheduling and no fixed core working hours, while maintaining an average full-time commitment of approximately 40 hours per week.
• Transparent compensation: Consistent compensation within the same professional level and global region, regardless of function, location within that region, gender, educational background, or years of experience.
• Work-life balance: Access to a team member support program focused on employee wellbeing and sustainable working practices.
• Home office support: Assistance with office setup to help create a productive remote workspace.
• Co-working allowance: Support for accessing co-working spaces when needed.
• Paid parental leave: Benefits designed to support employees and their families.
• Team connection: Opportunities to participate in an annual all-hands gathering and a team retreat to strengthen collaboration and relationships.
• Professional autonomy: An ownership-driven culture that encourages independent project management, critical thinking, and continuous learning.
• Important healthcare note: Company-sponsored health benefits are available to U.S.-based team members only and do not extend to employees located in Canada.