[Remote] Director, R&D Finance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Twilio is a company focused on shaping the future of communications, and they are seeking a strategic Director of R&D Finance. The role involves partnering with product teams to drive financial rigor and optimize resource allocation, while leading forecasting and financial modeling efforts to support investment decisions.ResponsibilitiesEstablish the standard for ROI analysis across R&D; lead business case development for new product launches and feature investments to help prioritize the R&D roadmap based on financial returns and strategic valueTranslate long-term product strategy into a sustainable, repeatable financial framework that underpins our Long-Range Planning (LRP) scenariosPartner closely with R&D leadership to assess product performance and evaluate roadmap investments over both short- and long-term horizonsProvide strategic financial insights to guide investment decisions and drive optimal resource allocation across the product portfolioCollaborate cross-functionally to identify growth levers, optimize margin drivers, and improve structural cost efficienciesOversee the development of flexible financial models to support ad-hoc analysis, scenario planning, and potential M&A opportunitiesSynthesize and communicate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for executive stakeholders and cross-functional business partnersLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 3 to 4 financial analysts supporting our Engagement and Channel productsSkills12+ years of FP&A experience in progressive financial rolesStrong financial modeling skills, with experience completing product forecasts (revenue & COGS), pricing impacts, and knowledge of common tech industry metricsExperience evaluating product business cases, including customer adoption trends, unit economics, and pricing impactsExcellent business acumen and ability to influence stakeholders with data-driven insightsAbility to thrive in fast-paced environments with evolving priorities and can effectively problem-solve across multiple teamsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience working with Senior Leadership (VP+)Proficiency in financial planning tools (Anaplan) and comfort working with large datasetsBachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field, or equivalent experienceFamiliarity with API/platform monetization models and usage-based revenue structuresBenefitsCompetitive payGenerous time offAmple parental and wellness leaveHealthcareA retirement savings programThis role may be eligible to participate in Twilio’s equity plan and corporate bonus planAll roles are generally eligible for the following benefits: health care insurance, 401(k) retirement account, paid sick time, paid personal time off, paid parental leaveCompany OverviewTwilio is a cloud communication company that enables users to use standard web languages to build voice, VoIP, and SMS apps via a web API. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.twilio.com/.