Strategy and Planning Manager

About The CompanyFounders today are building global companies from day one — but the systems that manage their money were built for a different era. Aspire exists to change that!We’re building the financial operating system for global founders, bringing banking, software, and automation into a single platform so businesses can move faster across borders and stay focused on building.Aspire is built by people who think from first principles, care deeply about solving hard problems, and take real ownership of their work. Our team brings global experience from leading fintech and technology companies, and many of us are former founders and operators who understand what it takes to build thoughtfully, make trade-offs, and deliver at scale in a global environment.Backed by leading global investors including Y Combinator, Peak XV, and Lightspeed, Aspire has been trusted by more than 50,000 startups and growing businesses worldwide to manage their finances since 2018. Together with partners like J.P. Morgan, Visa, and Wise, we’re building for the next generation of global companies.About The RoleLocation: San Francisco, CATeam: Strategy & PlanningEmployment Type: Full-timeAbout AspireAt Aspire, we’re building the modern finance operating system for businesses. Our mission is to empower companies to operate more efficiently through integrated financial tools, payments infrastructure, and intelligent spend management solutions.As we accelerate our expansion in the United States, we’re looking for a highly analytical and execution-oriented Strategy & Planning Manager to help drive strategic initiatives across the business. This role will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support company-wide planning, performance management, strategic finance, and high-impact growth initiatives.Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Planning, you’ll join a lean, high-performing team focused on strategic planning, business performance, investor reporting, and corporate development.What You’ll Do Strategic Finance & Business PlanningBuild data-driven business cases, investment theses, pricing analyses, and financial models to support growth and operational efficiency initiativesPartner with functional leaders to evaluate new market opportunities, product investments, and GTM strategiesSupport annual planning, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning processesBusiness Partnering & Performance ManagementAct as a strategic finance partner to business leaders by monitoring KPIs, identifying risks and opportunities, and driving data-informed decision-makingAnalyze financial and operational performance trends and provide actionable recommendations to leadershipDevelop dashboards, reporting frameworks, and scalable planning processesMarket Intelligence & Competitive StrategyConduct industry, market, and competitor research to inform strategic priorities and product positioningPartner cross-functionally with Product, GTM, Operations, and Finance teams to shape competitive strategy and market expansion plansSpecial Projects & Corporate DevelopmentLead high-impact strategic initiatives and cross-functional task forcesSupport fundraising, strategic partnerships, M&A evaluations, and other corporate development activities as neededDrive project management for executive-level strategic prioritiesMinimum QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For6+ years of experience in strategy, strategic finance, management consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, or other highly analytical rolesStrong interest in fintech, technology, and high-growth startupsExcellent financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skillsAbility to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendationsStrong communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple organizational levelsHighly organized, detail-oriented, and execution-focusedSelf-starter with an ownership mindset and ability to thrive in fast-paced environmentsPreferred QualificationsPrior experience in a high-growth fintech or SaaS companyExperience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives3+ years of people management or team leadership experienceExperience with fundraising, M&A, or corporate development projectsAutomation mindset with strong proficiency in data and analytics toolsWhy AspireOpportunity to help scale a rapidly growing global fintech in the US marketHigh ownership role with direct exposure to senior leadershipCollaborative and entrepreneurial team environmentCompetitive compensation, equity, and benefits packageHybrid work environment based in San FranciscoAspire is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplaceFor candidates based in the US, the base salary range for this role is $140,000–$230,000, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.We believe in paying competitively for high-impact talent, especially people who thrive in fast-moving, high-ownership environments. Final compensation will depend on experience, location, and the scope of the role, and we’re happy to discuss details throughout the process.By submitting this application, I confirm that all the information given by me in this application for employment and any additional documents attached hereto are true to the best of my knowledge and that I have not wilfully suppressed any material fact. I confirm I have disclosed if applicable any previous employment with Aspire. I accept that if any of the information given by me in this application is in any way false or incorrect, my application may be rejected, any offer of employment may be withdrawn or my employment with Aspire may be terminated summarily or I may be dismissed. By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Aspire's Candidate Privacy Notice