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AppDirect · 1 day ago

Manager, Strategic Finance

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$124K/yr - $163K/yr

3+ years exp

AppDirect is a company that offers a subscription commerce platform aimed at empowering digital entrepreneurs globally. They are seeking a Manager, Strategic Finance to partner with key leaders, drive M&A and fundraising efforts, and deliver crucial financial reporting and analysis to support business decisions.

AppsCloud Data ServicesPaaSSaaSSoftware

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

Qualification

M&A experienceFinancial modelingAnalytical expertisePrivate equity experienceInvestment banking experienceCorporate development experienceOrganizationCommunicationSelf-starter mindsetDetail-orientedGrowth-oriented

Required

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

Sound business judgment and ability to translate data into actionable insights

Able to break down complex financial and strategic topics for a wide range of audiences—from board members to cross-functional partners—with clarity and confidence

Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced environment

Resourceful, take initiative, and can move fluidly between high-level strategy and tactical execution

Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver high-quality work on tight timelines

Bring precision and care to everything you do, especially when working with financial data

Rigorous in your approach and hold yourself to a high standard of accuracy

Curious and always looking to learn

Seek feedback, value continuous improvement, and are motivated to grow personally and professionally