Full-Time

Director – Strategic Finance & Corporate FP&a

Updated on 12/20/2024

CoreWeave

CoreWeave

501-1,000 employees

Cloud service for GPU-accelerated workloads

Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$190k - $235kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Livingston, NJ, USA + 3 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA | Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Hybrid workplace; in-office presence required.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; an MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in FP&A or strategic finance, with a minimum of 4 years in a leadership role within a tech startup or high-growth environment. Prior experience in investment banking or a related field is highly desirable.
  • Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting; experience with financial planning software and tools. Familiarity with data analysis tools is a plus.
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong capacity to clearly present complex financial information.
  • Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations to drive strategic initiatives.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building effective relationships across diverse teams and functions.
Responsibilities
  • Develop comprehensive documentation and narratives for executive-level and Board of Directors financial presentations, standard monthly and quarterly close reports, and detailed annual budgeting documents, ensuring clarity and strategic insights for key stakeholders.
  • Spearhead the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic planning processes, ensuring alignment with CoreWeave’s overall business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business unit finance teams, to incorporate their insights into financial planning.
  • Partner closely with the Accounting, Data & Analytics, and Corporate Development teams to enhance the quality and effectiveness of management reporting, operational performance tracking, and financial metrics analysis.
  • Drive continuous improvement in FP&A reporting and planning tools, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the organization and enhance decision-making capabilities.
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of financial forecast models, budget models, and databases. Ensure rigorous analysis and accuracy in financial projections on a project-by-project basis.
  • Generate detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on financial performance, including budget variance analysis, scenario analysis, stress testing, and KPI results. Effectively communicate findings to executive leadership, board members, and other key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the CFO, other C-suite executives, and the Corporate Development team on high-impact projects, including large-scale capital markets initiatives and fundraising strategies. Provide financial insights and analysis to support critical business decisions.
  • Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial and operational success. Regularly report on KPI performance to executive leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Work with the Accounting team to enhance accounting and reporting processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency in financial operations.

CoreWeave provides cloud computing services that focus on GPU-accelerated workloads, which are essential for tasks requiring high computational power like Generative AI, Machine Learning, and VFX rendering. Their services allow clients to access powerful computing resources without needing to invest in expensive hardware, operating on a pay-as-you-go model. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for tech companies, film studios, and enterprises that need scalable solutions. CoreWeave uses a fully managed, bare metal serverless Kubernetes platform, which enhances performance while minimizing operational burdens for clients. Unlike many competitors, CoreWeave offers a wide selection of NVIDIA GPUs, enabling clients to optimize their performance and costs based on specific needs. The company's goal is to provide efficient and scalable computing resources that meet the growing demands of various industries.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$1.6B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

35%

1 year growth

146%

2 year growth

828%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • CoreWeave's strategic partnership with Dell enhances their AI cloud service competitiveness.
  • The planned data center in Canada with Cohere expands CoreWeave's North American presence.
  • CoreWeave's $600M funding for a Virginia data center indicates strong growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AMD-backed Vultr may lead to price wars.
  • Potential delays in Virginia data center completion could impact demand fulfillment.
  • Dependence on NVIDIA technology poses risks if supply chain issues arise.

What makes CoreWeave unique

  • CoreWeave specializes in GPU-accelerated workloads, catering to AI and VFX industries.
  • Their infrastructure uses bare metal serverless Kubernetes for high performance and reduced DevOps burden.
  • CoreWeave offers a broad selection of NVIDIA GPUs, optimizing performance and cost for clients.

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