Senior Manager, Strategic Finance (Revenue)

Affirm·Remote(Remote US)

Finance

WFA Digital Insight

The remote job market is witnessing a significant surge in demand for strategic finance professionals, with a 25% increase in job openings over the past year. As companies like Affirm continue to expand their digital footprint, the need for skilled finance leaders who can drive business growth through data-driven decisions has never been more pressing. With its innovative approach to credit and payment solutions, Affirm stands out as a compelling opportunity for professionals looking to make a real impact. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, think critically, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Job Description

About the Role

As a Senior Manager of Strategic Finance at Affirm, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's financial strategy and growth. This involves working closely with senior leadership across various departments, including Sales, Client Success, Strategic Partnerships, and Product, to provide strategic and analytical support that informs key business decisions. Your expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and performance management will be instrumental in shaping the company's approach to its point-of-sale merchant business and partnerships.

The Strategic Finance team at Affirm is dedicated to ensuring the company's financial soundness and strategic positioning for growth. This team manages a broad spectrum of financial activities, including financial planning, accounting, pricing, vendor management, tax, investor relations, and corporate development. By delivering timely insights, accurate reporting, and careful analysis, the team supports informed decision-making across the organization.

What You Will Do

Serve as a strategic finance partner to Product, Growth Analytics, Credit, Revenue, and Merchant Pricing teams, influencing product strategy, investment decisions, and go-to-market execution.
Lead and scale a high-performing team, aligning team priorities with company objectives and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Own and evolve merchant growth forecasting, translating insights into actionable strategies and business recommendations.
Lead top-line planning processes, including target setting, forecasting, and performance tracking, and deliver clear, concise reporting and insights to executives and senior leadership.
Build and scale automated dashboards, reporting, and analytical frameworks to improve visibility and decision-making across the organization.
Identify key drivers of performance, surface risks and opportunities, and drive accountability against business goals.
Synthesize complex analyses into clear, compelling narratives that inform strategic decisions and align cross-functional stakeholders.
Partner with the Product team to develop and implement pricing strategies that drive revenue growth and profitability.
Collaborate with the Growth Analytics team to identify opportunities for business expansion and improvement.

What We Are Looking For

Proven ability to operate with ownership and influence in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
10+ years of experience in analytical roles, such as strategic finance, investment banking, consulting, data science, or analytics, with demonstrated impact on business outcomes and forecasting.
Prior people management experience with a player–coach mindset, leading and developing analysts while remaining hands-on in complex, high-impact analyses.
Strong business judgment, with the ability to connect detailed analyses to broader strategic context and executive-level decisions.
Experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions across cross-functional teams.
Expertise in financial modeling and a working knowledge of SQL, with experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Sigma or similar) preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with the lending or buy now, pay later industry, including regulatory and compliance aspects.
Experience with cloud-based financial planning and analysis tools.
Certification in financial planning or a related field (e.g., CFA, CPA).

Benefits and Perks

Competitive salary and equity package.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off and holiday policy.
Remote work stipend and technology allowance.
Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships.
Access to a dynamic and collaborative remote work environment with a team of experienced professionals.
Flexible working hours and a culture that supports work-life balance.
Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge financial technology company that is revolutionizing the credit and payments industry.

How to Stand Out

Develop a strong understanding of financial modeling and data analysis, and be prepared to demonstrate your skills in these areas.
Highlight your experience in managing and leading high-performing teams, and emphasize your ability to foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Showcase your ability to communicate complex financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders, and be prepared to present your ideas clearly and concisely.
Be prepared to discuss your experience with cross-functional partnerships and your ability to influence decisions across different teams.
Research Affirm's products and services, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's mission and goals.
Practice your problem-solving skills, and be prepared to address complex financial scenarios and provide strategic recommendations.
Emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced environment and your experience with driving business growth through data-driven decisions.

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