dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 50,000 teams every week.
As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Cloud customers, including JetBlue, HubSpot, Vodafone New Zealand, and Dunelm. We’re backed by top-tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital, and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners:
dbt is now synonymous with analytics engineering, defining the modern data stack and serving as the data control plane for enterprise teams around the world. And we’re just getting started. We’re growing fast and building a team of passionate, curious people across the globe. Learn more about what makes us special by checking out our values.
We're seeking a Lead, Finance Systems & Strategy Analyst to drive the evolution of our end-to-end finance technology stack with both strategic vision and hands-on execution. This hybrid role combines business systems analysis and finance architecture, shaping how we scale our Quote-to-Cash (Q2C), Record-to-Report (R2R), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
You'll act as a key partner to Finance, Accounting, RevOps, Procurement, and IT, delivering scalable solutions that enable automation, compliance, and real-time visibility. With an AI-first mindset, you'll guide the modernization of our finance systems ecosystem, optimizing for integration, accuracy, and business velocity.
Lead the design and implementation of future-state finance system architecture, ensuring alignment with business growth, compliance, and automation goals
Translate business needs into scalable, integrated solutions across core financial processes
Contribute to developing roadmaps to drive operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making
Gather and document business requirements, map current and future state processes, and create clear user stories and test plans
Design, configure, and deploy enhancements across the finance systems landscape, particularly in Quote-to-Cash and revenue recognition workflows
Lead user acceptance testing cycles, manage stakeholder communications, and support change enablement
Identify opportunities to embed AI and automation in financial operations—from approvals and reconciliations to forecasting and anomaly detection
Serve as an internal thought leader in applying intelligent automation to reduce manual effort and improve data accuracy
Ensure all systems and processes are compliant with SOX and other relevant financial regulations
Support month-end close, audit documentation, and ongoing internal control testing
Partner with cross-functional teams to translate finance policy into system logic
Mentor junior team members and help define operating models for a growing finance systems function
Contribute to onboarding and knowledge sharing as we expand the team and capabilities
10+ years in finance systems, business analysis, or solution architecture roles with a blend of strategic and hands-on experience
Strong knowledge of core Q2C, R2R, and P2P processes including revenue recognition and billing
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing scalable finance systems in high-growth environments
Familiarity with SOX, ASC 606, and financial compliance frameworks
Experience applying AI, automation, or intelligent workflows in finance
Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills
Experience with integration tools and cloud-based financial platforms is a plus
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with a team-first mindset
Salary: We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including salary, equity, and where applicable, performance-based pay. Our Talent Acquisition Team can answer questions around dbt Labs' total rewards during your interview process. In select locations (including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York City, San Francisco, Washington, DC, and Seattle), an alternate range may apply, as specified below.
Benefits:
*Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal limitations
1. Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner
2. Interview with Hiring Manager
3. Team Interviews (2 rounds, 45 Mins each)
4. Final interview with the Leadership (30 Min)
dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume.
Want to learn more about our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at dbt Labs? Check out our DEI page.
dbt Labs reserves the right to amend or withdraw the posting at any time. For employees outside the United States, dbt Labs offers a competitive benefits package. Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations.
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