Finance & Strategy Manager - job 1 of 2

As a Finance & Strategy Manager at Robinhood, you'll be responsible for collaborating with various teams to support headcount, compensation, and benefits planning. This includes preparing forecasts, maintaining budget performance, and building scalable financial models. Your role will also involve analyzing trends in headcount and total rewards costs, synthesizing insights for leadership, and driving ad-hoc analyses to inform key decisions.

To qualify for the Finance & Strategy Manager position at Robinhood, you should have a B.A. in Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field, combined with over seven years of professional finance experience. Ideally, you will also have three or more years supporting senior leaders, strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and proficiency in Excel and Google Suite, along with familiarity with SQL and financial reporting software.

The work environment for a Finance & Strategy Manager at Robinhood is fast-paced and dynamic, focusing on collaboration and innovation. Located in offices across Bellevue, WA; Menlo Park, CA; or New York, NY, Robinhood fosters a lively atmosphere that encourages creativity and teamwork. You’ll be part of a dedicated group that is passionate about democratizing finance and creating a community where everyone thrives.

At Robinhood, we emphasize personal and professional development for Finance & Strategy Managers. Through initiatives such as our annual lifestyle wallet for wellness and learning, dedicated mental health support, and robust networking opportunities, we ensure that our team members are equipped to grow and excel in their positions while contributing to our mission.

As a Finance & Strategy Manager at Robinhood, you will have a significant impact on the company's financial health and strategic direction. By analyzing workforce trends, identifying inefficiencies, and providing data-driven insights, you’ll help shape decisions that drive growth. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting Robinhood as we continue to innovate in the fintech space and work towards our goal of democratizing finance.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you developed financial models that impacted your organization. Be clear about the tools you used and how your models supported decision-making. Discuss any complex scenarios you managed and the outcomes of your analyses, illustrating your problem-solving abilities.

A good response to this question involves discussing your project management approach. Mention how you assess project impact and urgency, collaborate with stakeholders to align priorities, and use tools to keep track of your tasks. Demonstrating your organizational skills will show your capability to handle the demands of the Finance & Strategy Manager role.

Share a relevant experience where your analysis or insights changed the course of action for a senior leader. Focus on your communication strategies, the data you presented, and how the final decision aligned with business goals. This will showcase your ability to influence and your understanding of the strategic role of finance.

Here, highlight techniques you use, such as scenario planning, variance analysis, and collaboration with different departments. Discuss how you ensure data fidelity and accuracy, and how you utilize past performance to inform future budgets. This will demonstrate your strategic thinking and attention to detail.

Express your commitment to professional development through reading industry publications, attending webinars, and connecting with peers in the fintech space. Mention any specific resources you rely on and how you incorporate trends into your financial strategies to keep your work relevant and impactful.

Discuss the importance of data in helping you make informed decisions. Share any examples of how you've used data analysis to guide strategy or solve problems in past roles. This highlights your analytical thinking and the emphasis you place on making decisions grounded in solid evidence.

Provide a specific instance where you identified a process inefficiency, then describe the steps you took to improve it. Highlight the results, focusing on how your changes led to better efficiency or accuracy. This will showcase your initiative and process-oriented mindset.

Outline a strategic approach that includes market research, alignment with organizational goals, and collaboration with HR and leadership. Discuss how you would factor in employee feedback and industry standards to ensure competitiveness and relevance, demonstrating your thorough understanding of C&B planning.

Sharing your experience with dashboards, reports, and performance metrics will demonstrate your proficiency. Discuss any specific tools you use, how you ensure consistency, and how you communicate insights to help drive business decisions, emphasizing your analytical capabilities.

Focus on Robinhood's mission to democratize finance and how it resonates with your personal values and professional goals. Mention specific aspects of the company's culture or mission that attract you, such as its commitment to innovation and inclusivity, to show your genuine interest in becoming part of the team.