Strategic Finance Associate Principal

Via Transportation, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical plans

401(k) matching

Catered lunch on Wednesdays

Job summary

Via Transportation, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Finance Associate Principal to lead high-priority financial projects aimed at driving company growth. You will partner with executive leadership and manage critical financial work streams, playing a pivotal role in strategic decision-making.

With at least 3-4 years of experience in private equity or investment banking, you'll support revenue strategies and high-stakes deal negotiations, while benefiting from a comprehensive compensation package, including a salary range of $90,000-$125,000 and various perks.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, or strategic finance.
• Exceptional Excel skills and strong financial modeling abilities.
• Resourceful problem solver with a bias for action.

Responsibilities

• Drive global revenue strategy including go-to-market optimization.
• Support deal negotiations through financial modeling.
• Work on corporate development initiatives like M&A opportunities.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Business intuition

Problem-solving

Job description

Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data‑driven, and efficient digital networks. With hundreds of agency partners around the world, Via is recognized as the leading transportation technology and service provider globally.

As a Strategic Finance Associate Principal at Via, you will lead high-priority financial projects to drive rapid growth, guide corporate strategy and create long-term value. You’ll own critical financial work streams from start to finish, partnering directly with our executive leadership and cross‑functional Sales, Product and Operations teams to manage risks and capture new business opportunities. Joining this high‑impact team puts you at the heart of Via’s global scaling efforts, where your financial modeling and strategic insights will influence company-wide decision making.

About the Role

• Drive global revenue strategy, including pricing structuring, go‑to‑market optimization, and incentive alignment across all product segments
• Support high stakes deal negotiations through the development of rigorous financial modeling, acting as a strategic thought partner to the Partnerships, Growth, and Operations teams to streamline business processes
• Work on corporate and business development initiatives, including financings, M&A opportunities, and strategic partnerships
• Define and refine KPIs that guide leadership and support business‑wide decision‑making
• Develop executive‑ready materials for board meetings, investor updates, and strategic initiatives

About You

• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, transaction services or in strategic finance / corporate finance / FP&A
• A self‑starter with excellent judgment, strong business intuition, and a bias for action
• Fast‑moving and responsive; you thrive in a dynamic environment and consistently deliver high‑quality work on tight timelines
• Exceptional Excel and financial modeling skills with a knack for robust simplicity
• Strong analytical and communication skills; you’re able to both crunch numbers and discuss your analysis
• Sophisticated understanding of corporate finance and accounting
• Creative and solutions‑oriented; you’re able to think on your feet when presented with a tough problem and willing to develop new approaches to challenges
• Resourceful, a problem solver who is motivated by high levels of ownership and the opportunity to have a measurable impact

Compensation and Benefits

• Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills. Salary reflected does not include equity or variable pay, where applicable.
• Salary Range: $90,000-$125,000
• We are proud to offer a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including free medical plans, 401(k) matching, catered lunch on Wednesdays, and many other perks.

Via is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.