The Opportunity with McKinstry We are seeking a
Senior Manager, Venture Support to join our Dawson Ventures Platform team in
Seattle, WA. The Senior Manager, Venture Support is responsible for the financial analysis and operational assessment work that underpins investment decisions across Dawson Ventures' early-stage portfolio. The role owns financial modeling, valuation analysis, cash flow forecasting, and corporate development support while also advancing venture performance tracking and cross-functional coordination across business units. By spanning both financial and operational disciplines, this position ensures leadership has reliable, actionable insights to drive portfolio health and strategic planning, providing both rigorous financial analysis and strategic insight to inform investment decisions.
- Financial Modeling & Valuation: Build, maintain, and stress-test financial models (three-statement, DCF, comparable company analysis, ROI/IRR/NPV) for portfolio ventures, capital investments, and new business opportunities. Develop scenario and sensitivity analyses that communicate a realistic range of outcomes to leadership.
- Venture & Portfolio Financial Accountability: Own cash flow forecasting and performance tracking for assigned ventures; identify variance drivers and flag risks before they become surprises. Incorporate market trends, commodity prices, and operational challenges into ongoing financial analysis.
- Corporate Development & Strategic Planning: Lead and program-manage corporate development activities, including coordination of acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships from initial screening through due diligence. Contribute to annual budgeting and strategic planning by translating business unit goals into financial plans and testing the credibility of underlying assumptions. Partner with FP&A to support financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment between venture performance and broader financial plans.
- Operational Assessment & Cross-Functional Coordination: Conduct operational assessments that inform portfolio health and strategic planning. Partner with business unit leaders to surface efficiency and profitability opportunities, coordinating across functions to ensure leadership has integrated, actionable insights.
- Management Reporting & Financial Analysis: Own monthly and quarterly financial reporting for the ventures portfolio. Design and maintain dashboards and KPI tracking tools; deliver analysis with a clear point of view and respond to ad hoc requests as they arise.
What You Need to Succeed- 8+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or FP&A with substantial financial modeling and valuation exposure.
- Ability to build three-statement financial models, DCF analyses, and scenario/sensitivity analyses from scratch; strong command of ROI, IRR, and NPV frameworks.
- Experience owning financial models in environments with incomplete data and misaligned stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to support M&A, joint venture, or strategic partnership processes from a financial analysis perspective.
- Business judgment to translate operational decisions into financial outcomes and hold credible conversations with operators and senior executives.
- Strong communication skills - ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences without losing substance.
- Process and relationship skills to reliably obtain data from cross-functional teams with competing priorities.
- Comfort with ambiguity and early-stage business environments; exposure to venture-backed or early-stage companies preferred.
- Proficiency in financial planning and analysis tools; advanced Excel/modeling skills required.
PeopleFirst BenefitsWhen it comes to the basics, we have you covered: - Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with: - Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
- Transgender inclusive benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Pet insurance
- "Building Good" paid community service time.
- Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.
- McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
See benefit plan documents for complete details.
If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.
The pay range for this position is $104,700 - $174,600 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.
