Otter

Head of Strategic Finance

Otter$200K — $280K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM or analytical field.
  • 3-6 years experience in an investment-facing role such as Investment Banking or Private Equity.
  • 6+ years in an in-house finance position, collaborating closely with operational teams.
  • 10+ years of total professional experience required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with structured thinking.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and influence across functions.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary finance partner for Otter, handling forecasting and planning.
  • Translate complex data into actionable insights for growth and capital allocation.
  • Lead budgeting and long-term planning, constructing advanced financial models.
  • Monitor performance against KPIs, identifying drivers behind variances.
  • Collaborate with operations, product, and market teams to guide decisions on pricing and resource allocation.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan available to employees.
  • Discretionary vacation policy with paid holidays and sick time.
  • Paid parental leave and bereavement leave.
Full Job Description
What you'll do
  • Act as the primary finance partner to Otter, owning forecasting, planning, and performance management.
  • Work closely with business leaders and the CFO, you'll translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that inform growth, drive efficiency, and guide capital allocation.
  • Lead budgeting and long-range planning, build and own best-in-class financial models, and evaluate critical initiatives across revenue, margin, and cost structure. You'll track performance against KPIs, identify the underlying drivers of variance, and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of your business unit.
  • Partner closely with operations, product, and go-to-market teams, you'll guide decisions on pricing, resource allocation, and cost optimization, ensuring capital is deployed with discipline and aligned to the company's highest-impact priorities.


What we're looking for
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM or highly analytical field.
  • 3-6 years in an investment-facing environment (e.g. Investment Banking, Consulting, Private Equity, Venture Capital, or Hedge Funds), with direct exposure to deploying capital or supporting investment decisions.
  • 6+ years in an in-house finance role, partnering closely with operators to drive business performance.
  • 10+ years of total experience.
  • Strong problem-solving ability, with structured thinking and a high degree of intellectual rigor.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholder.


Why join us
  • Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
  • Changing the restaurant industry: You'll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
  • Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you'll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer's success.


What else you need to know

This role is based in our San Francisco office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We're constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

The base salary range for this role is$200,000 - $280,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
  • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
  • Pet insurance discount.
  • 401(k).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Time Off policies:
    • Discretionary vacation days
    • 8 paid holidays per year
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid Bereavement leave
    • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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About Otter

Otter.ai is a software company that provides AI-powered transcription and collaboration tools. The company was founded in 2016 by Sam Liang and Yun Fu. Otter's software uses machine learning algorithms to transcribe audio and video recordings, making it easier for users to search and share their content. The company's customers include individuals, businesses, and educational institutions. Otter is backed by investors including Horizons Ventures, Draper Associates, and GGV Capital.
Learn more about Otter
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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