Director of FP&A

Director of FP&A | Rapid-Growth A.I./Machine Learning SaaS Start-Up | Remote

Harmonic is delighted to be working with a fast-growth A.I. & Machine Learning startup, supporting them with their search for a Director of Strategic Finance and FP&A. They have developed a fraud detection platform underpinned by AI which brings significant insight to their financial services clients.

ARR grew 2x last year to $50m ARR and they are forecasting $70m in 2025 and $90m in 2026.

The Role:

Reporting to an experienced SVP of Finance, Director Strategic Finance & FP&A leader will own the build out of the FP&A function. Taking responsibility for the development of financial modelling, strategic planning and insightful analysis, the Senior Director of Strategic Finance & FP&A will be key in driving improved understanding and performance.

You will have the opportunity to partner with Sales, Operations, Customer Success and Marketing teams to establish KPI's and drive improved decision-making.

Additionally, the position offers significant exposure and the opportunity to build relationships with the C-suite, making recommendations that will deliver growth.

Responsibilities:

• Own the development of the Forecasting and budgeting process
• Establish Forecasting and Budgeting processes (FP&A)
• Work closely with the CEO as an Executive Business Partner
• Build KPI's and analytics to make sense of complex data and present this to decision makers across the business
• Work with the CFO to produce mid- and long-term strategic planning
• Analyze performance identifying areas for growth (product development, margin improvement etc)
• Produce monthly Board Reporting with detailed commentary
• Business Partner with multiple teams in the business to challenge numbers and bring improved performance
• Work closely with the Data Analytics team to create dashboards and improve the accuracy of forecasting periodically
• Prepare the business for future funding rounds

What We Need:

• Background in Investment banking, experience working in VC/PE firms or Corporate Finance/M&A advisory experience
• Exceptional financial modelling skills
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of commercial acumen

What We'd Love to See (Non-Essential):

• Experience in a VC backed Tech or Fintech start-up
• Experience establishing FP&A processes in a VC Backed Tech or Fintech start-up

Salary: $215,000 - $240,000 bonus share options

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Remote (with quarterly meet ups in NYC)

Salary : $215,000 - $240,000