About Us:

At Ascertain, we are creating the next generation of healthcare technology. We are building tools, powered by generative AI, that reduce and remove operational friction within health systems, allowing them to provide the care their patients deserve. We believe cutting-edge developments in artificial intelligence, when paired with a deep understanding of healthcare, can fundamentally transform medicine.

We’re backed by Northwell Health, New York State's largest healthcare provider, and Aegis Ventures, giving us unparalleled access to drive change at scale. 

About the Role:

We are looking for someone who will be an early member of the Finance team, reporting to the COO, and working across corporate and strategic finance to help lead Ascertain’s next phase of growth. In this role, you will play an integral role in ensuring Ascertain makes sound business decisions by driving analyses of results, financial forecasts, and scenario modeling. Collaborating closely with leaders across the organization, you will serve as a trusted finance partner, leveraging your insights to drive strategic planning, operational efficiency, and actionable outcomes. Additionally, you will play a key role in scaling Ascertain's operations, including refining processes, and implementing essential systems.

What You'll Do:

Corporate Finance:

• Contribute to financial planning and budgeting processes, translating strategic objectives into actionable financial targets and plans.
• Collaborate with departmental leaders to assess resource requirements, manage budgets, and optimize spending to support key initiatives.
• Conduct ROI analyses and optimize resource allocation to drive efficiency.
• Support month-end close activities by conducting budget vs. actual analyses and contributing to internal and external reporting.
• Enhance cash flow forecasting processes to improve liquidity management.

Strategic Finance:

• Develop and maintain detailed financial and operational models.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights, enhance forecasting accuracy, and drive operational performance.
• Provide financial analyses and metrics reports to inform decision-making at the executive level.
• Monitor key performance metrics, identify business opportunities and risks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Support capital raising efforts with investors.

What You'll Have:

• 4 years of experience in strategic finance, corporate finance, FP&A, private equity, venture capital, investment banking, or management consulting.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, quantitative analysis, and data interpretation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to precision.
• Understanding of GAAP and key accounting principles applicable to SaaS businesses.
• Familiarity with financial systems such as QBO, Salesforce, and Stripe. Experience with SQL is a plus, or a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Gain

• A highly competitive compensation package, including top-tier benefits and equity
• An unparalleled, hands-on experience in a deep-tech healthcare startup
• An opportunity to help lead a rapidly growing, mission-driven company with the potential to save lives and transform how clinical care is delivered
• A chance to work with a highly talented, close-knit team alongside executives
• Exciting opportunities for career development as our team scales