Senior Director, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development

About the role

Cardlytics is the industry-leading purchase intelligence and incentives platform. Founded in 2008, it helps businesses attract, understand, and incentivize consumers through digital reward programs. This role serves as a strategic finance partner to leadership and shapes the company’s financial direction.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership to provide financial insights that inform strategic decision-making
• Lead the ongoing build-out and refinement of the corporate financial model to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making
• Prepare materials and support quarterly and ad hoc reporting for executive leadership, the Audit Committee, and the Cardlytics Board
• Partner with Accounting, Investor Relations, and business leaders to ensure accurate financial reporting and support external communications
• Mentor members of the Strategic Finance team while fostering strong financial rigor and business partnership
• Build financial models and business cases to evaluate strategic initiatives, investments, and growth opportunities
• Identify opportunities to improve financial planning processes, reporting, and decision-support capabilities through automation and best practices
• Support a strong control environment by partnering with Accounting to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information
• Develop and own financial models, valuation analyses, and business cases to support investment decisions and strategic transactions
• Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and industry opportunities to inform long-term growth strategy
• Develop business cases and financial analyses to support capital allocation and long-term strategic decision-making

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred
• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in finance leadership roles and a background in investment banking
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to build and maintain complex spreadsheets and financial models
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Experience presenting to C-level executives, board members, and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Experience in a public company environment and familiarity with SEC reporting requirements
• Knowledgeable of the broader software and technology landscapes
• Experience with International finance, particularly in working with global teams and cross-border financial operations (a plus)

Skills

• Technical proficiency in macOS and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
• Familiarity with or willingness to work within these environments

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off plus company holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance begins on your first day
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plan also includes a student loan debt repayment option
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Continuing education assistance
• Lifestyle Spending Account for physical, emotional, and financial wellness
• Complimentary Calm app subscriptions for mental health and wellbeing

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package

Schedule

Full-time position