Strategic Finance

As a Strategic Finance professional at Multiply, you will be responsible for a variety of critical tasks. This includes developing and maintaining the company's financial planning model, managing the month-end close process, and preparing financial reports for leadership and our board. You'll also oversee capital market operations, lead fundraising processes, and manage relationships with investors, making your contributions essential to the overall financial health of the company.

To succeed as a Strategic Finance professional at Multiply, candidates should have 3-6 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, structured credit, or high-growth startups. Strong financial modeling skills, excellent communication abilities, and a positive attitude are essential. Additionally, familiarity with mortgage lending or consumer fintech is a plus, enabling you to quickly adapt and thrive in this dynamic environment.

The culture at Multiply is centered around collaboration and innovation. As the first full-time finance hire, you'll find a supportive environment where your input is valued. We maintain a lean team to encourage ownership and direct contribution across various functions. A roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and willingness to learn about the mortgage industry will fit perfectly with our company ethos!

The Strategic Finance role at Multiply is in-person, based in either our New York or San Francisco office. We believe that in-person collaboration enhances teamwork and fosters strong relationships. Expect to work in the office 3-4 days per week alongside a dedicated team working towards a common goal.

In this role, you can expect to work on a variety of impactful projects including building financial models, creating KPI dashboards, overseeing the accounting and financial reporting process, and leading capital fundraising efforts. This diversity of responsibilities means you’ll continuously be challenged to grow and innovate in your work.

When answering this question, be specific about the types of financial models you've built and how they have influenced decision-making in your previous roles. Discuss the tools or software you've used and highlight a particular project where your modeling had a significant impact on a strategic initiative.

To ensure accuracy, I emphasize the importance of thorough data verification, utilizing detailed checks and balances throughout the reporting process. I also maintain clear communication with my team to clarify data sources and methodologies, leading to comprehensive reporting results.

In capital markets fundraising, I focus on building strong relationships with potential investors and successfully communicating our business value proposition. I conduct thorough market analysis to create customized pitches and track fundraising progress to adjust my approach as needed.

Share an example where you had multiple deadlines or projects running simultaneously. Highlight your prioritization strategy, how you communicated with your team, and the successful outcome that resulted from your ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

I would assess key financial metrics such as cash flow, burn rate, and profitability while also evaluating balance sheet strength and financing history. Understanding the startup's growth plans and market position would further enhance my analysis.

KPIs are vital for measuring performance against strategic goals. I leverage KPIs to monitor financial and operational success and provide insights to leadership, which enables data-driven decision-making and helps align the finance function with the company’s wider objectives.

I actively follow financial news, join industry-specific forums, and participate in relevant webinars. Ongoing education and engagement with professional networks allows me to stay ahead of regulatory changes and ensure compliance in my financial practices.

To convey complex financial information effectively, I simplify data into easily digestible visuals and use real-life examples to illustrate concepts. I tailor my communication style to my audience's level of understanding to foster clarity and engagement.

Share a concrete example where you provided analytical insights or recommendations that led to a significant financial decision, outlining the processes you used for analysis and how your input shaped leadership's choices.

Discuss your passion for using financial insights to drive business success, your love for analytical challenges, and the satisfaction of contributing to a growing company's financial health while shaping its strategic direction.