Head of Strategic Finance

About Nirvana

At Nirvana, we are revolutionizing the way benefit verification is handled. Recognizing its convoluted and opaque nature, we are dedicated to bringing transparency to the costs and coverage of healthcare. By leveraging machine learning and AI, we have developed tools that enable care providers across various specialties to seamlessly check coverage, from patient intake through continuous monitoring, saving significant time and resources.

Our mission extends beyond facilitating access to care; we aim to alleviate financial anxiety for those seeking medical assistance and numerous providers. With support from esteemed investors such as Inspired Capital, Eniac Ventures, and Surface Ventures, Nirvana is on a rapid growth trajectory. Over the past year, we have served some of the largest clients in healthcare, including Lifestance Health, Modern Health, and Headspace.

Join us as we become the trust layer in healthcare, making it more transparent and accessible for everyone.

About the Role

We're seeking a results-oriented Head of Strategic Finance to drive critical financial planning, forecasting, and analysis that powers Nirvana's growth strategy. Reporting to the VP of Strategy and Operations, you'll partner with senior leadership to influence key business decisions, guide resource allocation, and build the company's financial foundation for scale. While the primary focus is strategic finance, the role also provides insights into revenue operations to support broader business impact.

Location: NYC (In office 3 days per week)

What You'll Do

Strategic Finance & Forecasting

• Develop and manage financial models to guide strategic decisions.
• Lead rolling forecasts aligned with company objectives.
• Drive scenario planning and analyses to identify growth opportunities.

Budgeting & Variance Analysis

• Manage budgeting processes and track departmental performance.
• Identify trends, manage risks, and highlight growth opportunities.

Financial Reporting & Metrics

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for leadership and board meetings.
• Define, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support month-end close, invoicing, and related financial processes.

Revenue Operations Support

• Collaborate with Revenue and Growth teams on pricing, contracts, and market investments.
• Assess and model new revenue opportunities, providing strategic insights.

Financial Infrastructure & Tools

• Streamline financial systems and processes to ensure accuracy and scalability.
• Enhance efficiency and reliability of financial data reporting.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Provide financial expertise and strategic advice across departments.

What We're Seeking

• 7 years in strategic finance, FP&A, or investment banking, with meaningful in-house experience at a high-growth SaaS startup
• Strong command of B2B SaaS metrics and business models
• Proven track record building financial models and influencing strategic decisions at the leadership level
• Comfort owning the full scope of strategic finance as the primary finance lead
• Advanced Excel proficiency; experience with financial planning tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and storytelling skills, able to translate numbers into strategy
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment and isn't afraid to get into the weeds
• Natural cross-functional collaborator
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; MBA a plus

How We Support You

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Equity compensation packages
• Generous PTO
• $1000 per year Mental Health Wellness Benefits
• Hybrid dog friendly office (3 days a week)
• Stocked office kitchen
• Remote home office support
• Open door policy & collaborative culture