Senior Director, Finance

Noodle

Senior Director of Finance leading financial planning, analysis, and strategic support at Noodle. Working closely with CFO and senior leadership to improve financial performance.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $175,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization
Support business cases for new programs, partnerships, pricing strategies, and capital allocation
Partner with the CFO to prepare materials for the board and executive leadership
Provide insights on revenue performance, margin optimization, cost efficiency, and investment prioritization
Translate financial insights into clear, actionable recommendations that drive strategic outcomes.
Deliver timely, accurate, and actionable monthly and quarterly reporting
Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long range planning processes
Develop financial models that guide resource allocation and support strategic initiatives
Strengthen financial systems, processes, and internal controls to support a scaling business
Collaborate closely with Accounting to ensure accuracy, compliance, and transparency
Improve workflows across procurement, spend management, and financial operations
Identify opportunities to increase automation, efficiency, and data integrity
Lead, develop, and mentor a high performing finance team
Foster an environment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth
Establish best practices that elevate the impact of the finance function across the company

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Experience in investment banking, private equity, or advanced financial modeling roles is a strong plus.
10 - 15 years of progressive experience in corporate finance or FP&A, including leadership roles
Startup or high growth company experience is preferred, particularly environments that require both strategic thinking and hands on execution
Advanced financial modeling skills and strong analytical capability
Proven ability to partner with senior executives and influence strategic and operational decisions
Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and actionable insights
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast paced, mission driven organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work from our beautiful NYC office OR the comfort of your home office!
Computer and charger on us!
401(k) with company match, plus equity opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family (including mental health benefits like Headspace and Talkspace)
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Optional voluntary coverage, including supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and commuter benefits
Pre-tax benefit options that help you save on eligible healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid parental leave
Wellness initiatives and resources
Free subscription to the Calm app
Employee discount program
4 weeks of paid vacation + 10 paid holidays + paid sick leave
Monthly mobile connectivity stipend
Annual education stipend for lifelong learning
Growth opportunities - we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees can be themselves and grow within and around the company

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial modelingbudgetingforecastingcost efficiencymargin optimizationdata integrityfinancial reportingresource allocationfinancial analysisstrategic planning

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipcollaborationmentoringstrategic thinkingaccountabilitycontinuous improvementinfluencingproblem-solvingadaptability