Vice President, Strategic Finance

Affirm; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 340,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Vice President of Strategic Finance to lead their FP&A function. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate cross-functionally, utilizing quantitative insights to enhance decision-making and drive business growth. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in investment banking or corporate finance, along with strong management and interpersonal skills. You will oversee financial models, guide senior executives on budgetary decisions, and manage a high-performance team. Join this dynamic environment where your expertise will shape the future of the organization.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Flexible Spending Wallets

Generous vacation and holiday time

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Strong management skills with a passion for mentoring and team growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial model and forecasts to guide long-term financial health.
• Oversee loan volume forecasting and compensation planning.
• Drive annual and monthly financial planning processes.

Skills

Investment Banking

Corporate Finance

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Interpersonal Skills

Management Skills

Creative Thinking

Analytical Skills

Job description

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Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

We’re looking for a smart, driven individual to lead our Strategic Finance (FP&A) function. You will have a unique opportunity to work cross-functionally and use quantitative insights to drive better decision-making across the organization. Strategic Finance owns the company’s budget and financial planning processes, performs financial analyses, provides guidance for investments, and strategizes to accelerate business growth. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

What You'll Do

1. Maintain our financial model and forecasts to guide Affirm’s long-term financial health by advising on growth, hiring, spending, and strategic projects.
2. Oversee loan volume forecasting, compensation planning, and identify growth opportunities in lending and new products.
3. Drive annual and monthly financial planning processes aligned with Technology and Commercial roadmaps.
4. Provide budget guidance to senior executives to ensure strategic investments and desired outcomes.
5. Develop key metrics to support hiring, expansion, and profitability goals.
6. Manage a high-performance team working cross-functionally across the company.
7. Develop programs and processes for tracking and managing budgets with senior division leaders.

What We Look For

• 15+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or corporate finance.
• FP&A experience at a late-stage private or public company.
• Experience operating in highly regulated or high-growth environments.
• Understanding of lending P&L and debt capital markets.
• Strong management skills with a passion for mentoring and team growth.
• Ability to think creatively and critically in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with senior leadership and board members.

Location

Remote U.S.

Compensation

Base Pay Grade: W

Equity Grade: 24

Annual salary range: $340,000 - $380,000, based on experience and location. Additional benefits include equity, stipends, and comprehensive health coverage.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Benefits

• Health care coverage, with premiums paid by Affirm for you and dependents.
• Flexible Spending Wallets for technology, food, lifestyle, and family expenses.
• Generous vacation and holiday time.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) at a discount.

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