Director, Strategic Finance

Lightmatter is redefining what computers and human beings are capable of by delivering a fundamentally new kind of computer that calculates using light. Transistors, the workhorse of modern computers, aren’t improving at the rate they once were. To scale AI, companies are building increasingly large and energy-expensive data centers—a path that is neither financially nor environmentally sustainable. By delivering ultra-high performance and energy efficiency, Lightmatter’s compute engine will power rapid advancements in AI while lowering its environmental footprint. We are inviting a Director, FP&A to join our team in Boston or in Mountain View, CA.

The Director, Strategic Finance will be responsible for overseeing and managing all budgeting, forecasting, planning, and financial modeling activities within the organization. This leader will not only have a strong corporate finance background, but also will have experience implementing processes and tools and building teams to prepare an FP&A organization for growth. The Director, FP&A will be comfortable in a highly visible role that requires clear and effective communication skills and comfort influencing stakeholders across all levels of the organization

Responsibilities:

• Lead the FP&A function, partnering with department and executive leaders on P&L management.
• Develop operating plans, budgets, and forecasts aligned with Lighmatter’s strategic objectives.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and scenario modeling. Influence strategic initiatives and decision making through financial insights.
• Implement process improvements and tools to upgrade accuracy and ability to generate meaningful insights from financial data.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess the company’s financial health and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare reports and presentations for cross-functional executives. Support departmental leaders with business analysis and spending insights.
• Lead company-wide internal financial reporting, including budget vs. actuals and other dashboards.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve systems, and automation to help scale the business.
• Support headcount planning and management, partnering with the People Team.
• Build out the FP&A function as needed to support a growing business.

• Proven experience (12+ years) in high-performing finance roles, preferably within the semiconductor or hardware industry, in corporate finance.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline; MBA and/or CFA preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic financial planning, analysis, and scenario modeling. Expert in financial modeling.
• Demonstrated experience building robust processes and developing an FP&A function.
• Experience with IPO readiness preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, and provide strategic insights.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders; comfortable interacting with executives, investors and employees at all levels. Strong leadership presence.
• Sound decision-making abilities and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and understand the nuances of operating in a small company with big aspirations.

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Flexible, hybrid workplace model
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Stock Option Plan

Base Compensation Range: $180,000 to 230,000. In accordance with the Colorado, California and New York law, the range provided is Lightmatter’s reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. Actual pay will be based on several factors including work experience, location and education

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