About the role
stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use our platform to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the gdp of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career.
key responsibilities
* drive strategic decision-making by providing analytical rigor and insights to key stakeholders.
* develop and maintain integrated financial models to measure efficiency and roi of investments in headcount and non-headcount expenses.
* design and implement reporting processes to drive finance routines and influence decision-making (e.g., budget, forecast, monthly reviews, long-range plans).
* build and own complex analyses, ensuring their quality, timeliness, and accuracy.
* define metrics and leading indicators of business performance.
* partner with cross-functional teams, such as data science, to develop reporting dashboards and drive continuous process improvement.
the ideal candidate
* 4-6 years of relevant experience in strategic finance or fp&a
* a keen analytical eye and experience building integrated models from scratch (in excel or other planning applications)
* experience driving and executing on finance processes (e.g., budget, forecast reviews, negotiations)
* a proven ability to build strong collaborative working relationships with business partners
* a self-starter capable of driving business results without significant supervision
* the ability to maintain high performance under tight timelines and a roll-up-your-sleeves mindset to get any job done
* excellent communication and organizational skills, both written and verbal.
* strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to work independently, analyze problems and data sets to make complex investigation decisions
* demonstrated experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders
* a solution-oriented mindset with enthusiasm for establishing best practices
* self-disciplined, diligent, proactive, and detail-oriented
additional benefits
at stripe, we're looking for people with passion, grit, and integrity. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Your skills and passion will stand out—and set you apart—especially if your career has taken some extraordinary twists and turns. At stripe, we welcome diverse perspectives and people who think rigorously and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions. Join us.