Strategic Finance Lead

Vannevar is a defense technology company building AI systems to model adversary behavior and support decision-making at algorithmic speed. This role partners directly with executive leadership to shape financial strategy, capital allocation, and growth planning. The Strategic Finance Lead owns high-impact analysis, financial modeling, and decision support that guide investments, scaling decisions, and long-term value creation in a fast-growing, mission-driven organization.

The Strategic Finance Lead plays a central role in shaping Vannevar’s growth trajectory, financial strategy, and resource allocation. Operating at the intersection of strategy, operations, and finance, this role partners closely with executive leadership to translate company priorities into clear financial plans and tradeoffs. The position requires high ownership, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to influence senior decision-making through rigorous analysis.

Responsibilities:
- Own strategic financial planning and modeling to inform company strategy, headcount growth, and investment priorities.
- Build and maintain multi-year financial models connecting business strategy to measurable outcomes.
- Evaluate tradeoffs across growth initiatives, resourcing decisions, and new investments.
- Support board and investor planning through scenario analysis and upside and downside modeling.
- Partner with sales, product, and capture teams on pricing, packaging, and contract structures.
- Provide executive decision support through clear analysis, narratives, and performance metrics.

Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, or corporate strategy in high-growth environments.
- Strong financial modeling skills with experience building models from first principles.
- Deep understanding of SaaS and/or government contracting economics.
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders using data-driven insights.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- High ownership mindset with adaptability in fast-moving environments.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary with equity participation.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Remote-friendly work environment with flexible benefits.
- Generous paid time off and parental leave programs.

This role offers the opportunity to directly shape financial strategy at a rapidly scaling, mission-driven technology company.