Director of Strategic Finance

Mattermost; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattermost is seeking a Director of Strategic Finance to lead financial planning and analysis efforts. This role involves partnering with the CEO and CFO, driving long-range planning and scenario modeling, and providing executive decision support. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic finance experience, exceptional communication skills, and a vetting of executive presence, particularly in high-growth tech environments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate strategy, or investment banking.
• Excellent communication skills with executive presence.
• Experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial planning and scenario modeling for the next 5 years.
• Partner with CEO and CFO on business strategy and financial outcomes.
• Own board-level financial narratives and investor-ready materials.

Skills

Executive communication

Strategic modeling

Business partnering

Cross-functional alignment

Job description

At Mattermost, we build the #1 collaborative workflow solution for defense, intelligence, security, and critical infrastructure organizations. Trusted by governments, financial institutions, and technology companies, our platform enables secure, efficient operations for the world’s most critical teams.

We’re dedicated to empowering organizations to operate with confidence, reducing risks, and accelerating productivity. Guided by our core values of Customer Obsession, Earn Trust, Self Awareness, Ownership and High Impact, we collaborate closely with our customers to deliver solutions that meet complex needs and drive success.

Mattermost is seeking a highly strategic and experienced Director of Strategic Finance to lead our financial planning and analysis (FP&A) efforts. This role will partner with the CEO and CFO to drive long-range planning, scenario modeling, and executive decision support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic finance, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic financial planning and scenario modeling for the next 5 years.
• Partner with the CEO and CFO to translate business strategy into financial outcomes.
• Own board-level financial narratives and investor-ready materials.
• Collaborate with RevOps on ARR forecasting, GTM investments, and compensation modeling.
• Drive cross-functional alignment on financial goals and KPIs.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate strategy, or investment banking with demonstrated strategic impact.
• Strong modeling, communication, and executive presence.
• Experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments preferred.
• This role may require the candidate to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance in the future. As such, applicants must be U.S. citizensandeligible to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of financial frameworks and the ability to navigate executive-level decision-making. They will have a strong executive presence, excellent communication skills, and a track record of cross-functional leadership. Experience in SaaS or high-growth tech environments is preferred.

Key Capabilities

• Executive communication
• Strategic modeling
• Business partnering
• Cross-functional alignment

Candidates who are not a good fit for this role or our company include those who lack strategic maturity, modeling depth, or executive polish. Additionally, candidates who expect broader scope (e.g., VP Finance), higher compensation, or are less hands-on may not be suitable for this role.

Salary Range

$180,000 - $230,000 USD

Mattermost is an EEO Employer, We are a remote-first, open-source company.

We are continually working to expand our hiring in more countries and regions, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations, which takes time.

Mattermost values your unique perspective—we welcome all applicants. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to assessing candidates based on their skills and qualifications. We do not tolerate discrimination against staff or applicants based on race, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, veteran status, or other personal characteristics.

If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know—we’re happy to assist.

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