[Remote] Strategic Corporate Finance Partner

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gainsight is the AI-powered retention engine behind the world’s most customer-centric companies, seeking a full-time Senior Strategic Corporate Finance Partner to join their FP&A team. The role involves driving financial strategy and decision-making through financial modeling and analysis, collaborating with various teams to guide company growth.ResponsibilitiesSupport Company-Wide Planning & Forecasting. Play a critical role in Gainsight's annual operating plan (AOP), long-range plan (LRP), and quarterly re-forecast cycles. You'll partner cross-functionally with department heads to set targets, pressure-test assumptions, and ensure financial plans are grounded in business realityOwn revenue and cash flow forecasting end-to-end, continuously refining models to improve accuracy and timelinessOwn the 5-Year Strategic Plan. Serve as the primary steward of Gainsight's long-range financial model. This includes translating qualitative strategic initiatives into quantitative financial outcomes, stress-testing scenarios, and presenting a compelling narrative to senior leadership, the boardDeliver Executive & Board-Level Reporting. Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial performance packages for the executive team and Board of Directors. You'll go beyond the numbers — identifying key variances from plan, explaining the 'why' behind trends, and recommending corrective actions where neededSupport Investor Relations & M&A. Assist in preparing Board decks, Vista Equity Partners reporting, and industry benchmarking analyses. When M&A opportunities arise, you'll contribute to financial due diligence, target modeling, and integration planning, bringing rigor and speed to high-stakes decisionsIntegrate AI Into the Finance Function. Champion the use of AI tools and automation to improve the speed, accuracy, and scalability of FP&A processes. Whether it's leveraging Gainsight's own AI capabilities or external tools, you'll help modernize how Finance operates and delivers insightsSkills8+ years of progressive FP&A or strategic finance experience in high-growth or dynamic environments; investment banking or experience at a private equity owned software company a plusDemonstrated command of full-statement financials, including balance sheet and cash flow dynamics, alongside deep familiarity with SaaS-specific metrics such as ARR, NRR, and gross retentionAdvanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently see issues through to resolutionSelf-driven and detail-oriented with an extreme ownership mentalityBest-in-class attention to detail and unwavering commitment to accuracyStrong enthusiasm and/or experience with artificial intelligence and integrating into finance functionsBachelor's Degree in Finance or related disciplineBenefitsAnnual bonusParticipation in Gainsight’s equity programFully covered medical premiums (employee-only)Flexible PTO401(k) planDental and vision coverageRemote work options$10,000 lifetime fertility stipendAccess to coworking spaces around the globeDedicated Recharge Holidays - one long weekend each quarter to relax and resetMentoringCareer development opportunitiesCompany OverviewGainsight is a technology company that offers a range of software for optimizing the customer experience and improving product analytics. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.gainsight.com.