Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gainsight is an AI-powered retention engine behind the world’s most customer-centric companies. They are seeking a Senior Strategic Corporate Finance Partner to drive data-backed financial strategy and decision-making through financial modeling and analysis, working cross-functionally with various teams to support company growth.
Responsibilities
- Support Company-Wide Planning & Forecasting. Play a critical role in Gainsight's annual operating plan (AOP), long-range plan (LRP), and quarterly re-forecast cycles. You'll partner cross-functionally with department heads to set targets, pressure-test assumptions, and ensure financial plans are grounded in business reality
- Own revenue and cash flow forecasting end-to-end, continuously refining models to improve accuracy and timeliness
- Own the 5-Year Strategic Plan. Serve as the primary steward of Gainsight's long-range financial model. This includes translating qualitative strategic initiatives into quantitative financial outcomes, stress-testing scenarios, and presenting a compelling narrative to senior leadership, the board
- Deliver Executive & Board-Level Reporting. Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial performance packages for the executive team and Board of Directors. You'll go beyond the numbers — identifying key variances from plan, explaining the 'why' behind trends, and recommending corrective actions where needed
- Support Investor Relations & M&A. Assist in preparing Board decks, Vista Equity Partners reporting, and industry benchmarking analyses. When M&A opportunities arise, you'll contribute to financial due diligence, target modeling, and integration planning, bringing rigor and speed to high-stakes decisions
- Integrate AI Into the Finance Function. Champion the use of AI tools and automation to improve the speed, accuracy, and scalability of FP&A processes. Whether it's leveraging Gainsight's own AI capabilities or external tools, you'll help modernize how Finance operates and delivers insights
Skills
- 8+ years of progressive FP&A or strategic finance experience in high-growth or dynamic environments; investment banking or experience at a private equity owned software company a plus
- Demonstrated command of full-statement financials, including balance sheet and cash flow dynamics, alongside deep familiarity with SaaS-specific metrics such as ARR, NRR, and gross retention
- Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently see issues through to resolution
- Self-driven and detail-oriented with an extreme ownership mentality
- Best-in-class attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracy
- Strong enthusiasm and/or experience with artificial intelligence and integrating into finance functions
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related discipline
Benefits
- Eligible for an annual bonus
- Participation in Gainsight’s equity program
- Fully covered medical premiums (employee-only)
- Flexible PTO
- 401(k) plan
- Dental and vision coverage
- Remote work options
- $10,000 lifetime fertility stipend
- Access to coworking spaces around the globe
- Dedicated Recharge Holidays - one long weekend each quarter to relax and reset
- Mentoring
- Career development opportunities
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