The Director of Corporate Finance will play a critical role in driving corporate-level planning initiatives to support the company's strategic objectives. You will work closely with the CFO and executive team to manage the company's planning cycle, conduct financial analysis, and present strategic insights to inform key business decisions. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial decisions align with the company's long-term vision and operational needs. Additionally, you will actively participate in capital raises, board reporting, and support the Board of Directors on related financial matters.

This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office three days per week. You will report to the Senior Director of FP&A.

You'll Get To…

• Corporate Planning & Strategy:Lead the company's budgeting, forecasting, and long range planning cycles
• Develop and refine the company's three statement financial models
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of FP&A and the CFO to manage the corporate planning process, addressing future capital requirements in alignment with the company's growth and strategic goals.
• Support corporate capital raises by working closely with internal leadership, the Senior Director of FP&A, and third-party advisors to secure necessary capital.
• Partner with appropriate business stakeholders to drive improvements in headcount planning process and related investments.
• Board & Investor Reporting:Support the preparation of materials for Board meetings, providing financial insights and updates on key capital planning initiatives and corporate performance.
• Assist in the preparation of internal executive communications and external board reporting, providing clear and concise financial story and reporting and strategic recommendations.
• Ad-Hoc Projects & Strategic Scenarios:Partner with the Senior Director of FP&A and the executive team on ad-hoc projects, including investment scenarios and corporate strategy initiatives.
• Support special projects, such as M&A related, ensuring that key financial considerations are integrated into decision-making processes.
• Team Leadership and Development:Manage, mentor, and develop a team of FP&A professionals, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring best practices in financial planning and analysis.
• Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and data-driven decision-making within the finance team.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree.
• 12+ years of experience in strategic finance, corporate finance, or investment banking, with at least 6 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in capital planning, financial modeling, and corporate capital structures.
• Experience in preparing reports and presentations for Boards and senior leadership teams.
• Proven ability to manage investor relations and support financial decision-making processes.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to drive results and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits & Perks

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Global Employee Assistance Program (available January 2025)
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch and snacks
• Private rooftop

Cash Compensation Range: $203,500 - $327,750 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to receive an incentive award as part of their total compensation.

About Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Our Commitment

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

 

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