Strategic Finance Principal

Job Description

Strategic Finance Principal | Via

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Via, located in-person. Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated and siloed public transportation systems into smart, data-driven, and efficient digital networks. This Strategic Finance Principal position is critical to leading high-priority financial projects that drive rapid growth, guide corporate strategy, and create long-term value, directly influencing company-wide decision making.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person
• Pay: $125000–$165000 yearly
• Mission: Lead high-priority financial projects to drive rapid growth, guide corporate strategy, and create long-term value.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Revenue Strategy: Drive global revenue strategy by defining pricing structures, optimizing go-to-market approaches, and aligning incentives across all product segments.
• Deal Negotiation: Support high-stakes deal negotiations by developing rigorous financial modeling and acting as a strategic thought partner to the Partnerships, Growth, and Operations teams to streamline business processes.
• Corporate Development: Work on corporate and business development initiatives, including managing financings, evaluating M&A opportunities, and forming strategic partnerships.
• Performance Metrics: Define and refine key performance indicators (KPIs) that accurately guide leadership and support business-wide decision-making.
• Executive Communication: Develop comprehensive, executive-ready materials for board meetings, investor updates, and critical strategic initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Possess a sophisticated understanding of corporate finance and accounting principles.
• Experience: Minimum of 6+ years of experience gained in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, transaction services, strategic finance, corporate finance, or FP&A roles.
• Skills: Demonstrate exceptional Excel and financial modeling abilities, strong analytical skills, and clear communication capabilities.