Strategic Finance Lead

Reaching the moon wasn’t as simple as having three brave people strapped onto a giant rocket that blasted into space hoping for a safe landing. The mission required an extraordinary amount of careful planning, calculations, and determination to pull off the feat. Building a company of Mercury’s ambitions also requires the same level of care with a strong Strategic Finance team to help manage the path to the moon. 

Mercury is revolutionizing banking* for the modern age, building the finance stack that empowers startups and companies of all sizes to thrive. We have significant momentum, and are investing behind that to build new business lines, expand to new audiences, and reach even more customers. This strategy requires deft management of our capital position and a steady hand to help guide the company as we embark on this journey.

As the Strategic Finance Lead, you will spearhead the evolution of our financial plans, partnering with our leadership team to drive sustainable growth and profitability. You will be instrumental in navigating Mercury’s dynamic environment, ensuring our financial infrastructure scales seamlessly with our expanding footprint. 

We are considering individuals for various leadership roles on our Strategic Finance team; our recruiting team will review your application and consider you for the most appropriate position based on your background.

*Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column N.A. and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC

You Will

• Own thinking about the company-wide P&L and balance sheet, helping executives understand the outcomes needed to continue scaling Mercury successfully.
• Lead our company-wide planning processes, ensuring that our strategy, financial plan, goals, and resourcing work together to set Mercury up for success
• Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, facilitating decision-making processes and optimizing resource allocation for example.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting month-end close processes and flux reviews.
• Drive the design and optimization of finance processes and systems, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Play a key role in corporate initiatives such as board of directors meetings, M&A activities, and capital raises.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

You Have

• 8+ years of experience with a track record of success in professional services (Investment Banking, Consulting, or Accounting), investing (Private Equity or Venture Capital), and/or operational experience in a corporate FP&A functions, Strategic Finance, or Business Operations team.
• Experience in a high-growth environment, preferably within the FinTech sector, navigating the complexities of scaling operations in a highly regulated environment.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, with expertise in GAAP and integrated financial planning systems.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.

The total rewards package at Mercury includes base salary, equity (stock options), and benefits.

Our salary and equity ranges are highly competitive within the SaaS and fintech industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

Our target new hire base salary ranges for this role are the following:

• US employees in New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area: $171,000 - 259,800
• US employees outside of New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area: $153,900 - 233,800
• Canadian employees (any location): CAD 161,600 - 245,500

Mercury values diversity & belonging and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All individuals seeking employment at Mercury are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities or special needs. If you need assistance, or an accommodation, please let your recruiter know once you are contacted about a role.

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