Manager, Strategic Finance

AppDirect • San Francisco, CA

75d • $124,000 - $163,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AppDirect is looking for a Manager, Strategic Finance to join the strategic finance team as our company continues to expand rapidly. This role will partner with key functional leaders, drive all Company M&A and fundraising, deliver key recurring reporting, and perform ad-hoc analysis to guide key business decisions. This is a highly visible role within a rapidly growing and dynamic business and will be exposed to all critical functions of the business. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in M&A and capital raising, is a data-driven individual with an analytical eye toward problem solving and have robust financial modeling experience with an ability to drive sustainable impact across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be able to work effectively cross-functionally, and have a high-level of attention to detail. The Strategic Finance team at AppDirect drives strategic, operational and financial decision-making across our organization. Our team is one of the largest consumers of business and financial data at AppDirect. We leverage this data to generate insights to drive actionable results.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, corporate development, or a related strategic finance role.
• Experience in the technology, SaaS, or marketplace sectors is a strong advantage.
• Proven ability to build robust financial models and perform complex quantitative analyses.
• Able to break down complex financial and strategic topics for a wide range of audiences.
• Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Detail-oriented with a rigorous approach to financial data.

Nice To Haves

• Curious and always looking to learn.
• Seeks feedback and values continuous improvement.
• Motivated to grow personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

• M&A Evaluation: Comprehensive analysis of target companies, encompassing financial performance, industry dynamics, strategic fit, and potential risks/opportunities.
• Forecasting & Budgeting: Drive and execute the development of the annual plan, quarterly forecast, and the close process.
• Sales Business Planning: Drive business planning for our growth engine across different products and geographies.
• Systems & Process Building: Continuously improve reporting frameworks, tools, and processes to ensure access to timely, accurate and actionable financial guidance.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses
• Full range of benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees