Head of Strategic Finance

We're partnered with a high-growth, venture-backed healthtech in New York City, operating at the intersection of AI, life sciences, and marketing. With strong financial backing and accelerating commercial traction, the organisation is entering a critical phase of scale and is investing in its finance leadership capabilities. The business offers exposure to cutting-edge innovation within a rapidly evolving sector, alongside a highly collaborative and performance-driven culture.

The Head of Strategic Finance will act as a key partner to the executive team, driving financial planning, commercial insight, and long-term growth strategy. This is a high-impact leadership role combining strategic influence with hands-on execution, with a clear pathway toward a future Chief Financial Officer position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning.
• Develop and refine SaaS metrics and performance frameworks, including ARR, CAC, LTV, and other key unit economics.
• Support fundraising activities, investor relations, and preparation of board-level reporting materials.
• Partner with go-to-market teams to optimise pricing strategies, sales efficiency, and revenue growth initiatives.
• Build and scale financial infrastructure, systems, and processes to support business growth.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to founders and senior leadership to inform decision-making.
• Analyse business performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Operate as a hands-on leader in a fast-paced environment, balancing day-to-day execution with long-term strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in strategic finance, FP&A, or corporate finance roles within high-growth environments - ideally with 4-8 years of industry experience
• Background in SaaS, AI, or technology-driven businesses, with a strong understanding of recurring revenue models.
• Deep knowledge of financial and commercial metrics, including unit economics and performance analysis.
• Experience supporting fundraising, investor engagement, and board reporting processes.
• Strong foundational training in finance, ideally with prior experience in investment banking, private equity, or similar.
• Ability to operate effectively in a hands-on, fast-scaling, and ambiguous environment, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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