Senior Director, Finance

Noodle; Emeryville (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

4 weeks of paid vacation

Annual education stipend

Job summary

Noodle is seeking a Senior Director, Finance to lead financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support. This role partners with the CFO to enhance financial performance and improve forecasting accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years in corporate finance or FP&A with proven leadership experience. The position offers hybrid work opportunities and an extensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in corporate finance or FP&A, including leadership roles.
• Startup or high-growth company experience preferred, particularly in strategic roles.
• Proven ability to partner with senior executives and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support.
• Deliver accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Analytical capability

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related

Job description

Senior Director, Finance – leads financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support for Noodle. This highly visible role partners with the CFO and senior leadership to strengthen financial performance, improve forecasting accuracy, support investment decisions, and ensure scalable financial operations.

Strategy & Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization
• Support business cases for new programs, partnerships, pricing strategies, and capital allocation
• Partner with the CFO to prepare materials for the board and executive leadership

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Provide insights on revenue performance, margin optimization, cost efficiency, and investment prioritization
• Translate financial insights into clear, actionable recommendations that drive strategic outcomes
• Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable monthly and quarterly reporting
• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes
• Develop financial models that guide resource allocation and support strategic initiatives

Operational Finance Leadership

• Strengthen financial systems, processes, and internal controls to support a scaling business
• Collaborate closely with Accounting to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency
• Improve workflows across procurement, spend management, and financial operations
• Identify opportunities to increase automation, efficiency, and data integrity

Team Leadership

• Lead, develop, and mentor a high‑performing finance team
• Foster an environment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
• Establish best practices that elevate the impact of the finance function across the company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; experience in investment banking, private equity, or advanced financial modeling roles is a strong plus
• 10‑15 years of progressive experience in corporate finance or FP&A, including leadership roles
• Startup or high‑growth company experience preferred, particularly environments requiring both strategic thinking and hands‑on execution
• Advanced financial modeling skills and strong analytical capability
• Proven ability to partner with senior executives and influence strategic and operational decisions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and actionable insights
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven organization

Benefits

• Work from a beautiful NYC office or home office
• Computer and charger provided
• 401(k) with company match and equity opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family (including mental health benefits)
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance
• Optional voluntary coverage, including supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and commuter benefits
• Pre‑tax benefit options that help you save on eligible healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness initiatives and resources
• Free subscription to a mental‑health app
• Employee discount program
• 4 weeks of paid vacation, 10 paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• Monthly mobile connectivity stipend
• Annual education stipend for lifelong learning
• Growth opportunities within the company

Eligibility Requirements

This position is based in the United States; applicants must be legally authorized to live and work in the United States. Employees are required to reside within the United States for the duration of their employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Noodle is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.