Founder's Associate, Strategic Finance

Wing Assistant; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Wing is a fast-growing, Silicon Valley-based, venture-backed multinational startup. We are an AI company building the future of work, and simultaneously, one of the world's largest virtual talent platforms. We are looking for an exceptional, highly motivated individual to serve as a Founder Associate.

You will be the right hand to the CEO, handling tasks like financial modeling, business analysis, keeping track of teams and performance, and driving cross-functional projects, ensuring that key strategic initiatives are executed seamlessly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, providing critical insights and helping shape business strategy.
• Research options, speak to companies, and negotiate deals with service providers.
• Collaborate with the C-Suite to streamline operations and drive high-priority initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze complex financial models using advanced Excel skills.
• Work with external vendors (accounting, finance, legal, technology) to accomplish tasks.
• Prepare detailed reports, dashboards, and forecasting tools to support strategic decisions.
• Prepare written reports and analyses.
• Collect data from a variety of systems and people.
• Oversee and coordinate cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Identify process improvements and implement efficient, tech-driven solutions.
• Conduct in-depth business analysis and market research to provide actionable insights.
• Prepare presentations and reports that communicate findings effectively.
• Act as a liaison between the CEO and other team members, ensuring clear and effective communication.
• Adapt to varied hours and high-intensity demands, managing a dynamic workload without a typical 9-5 structure.

Qualifications:

Technical & Analytical Skills:

• Mastery of Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, macros, and financial modeling.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities with a keen eye for detail.

Business Acumen:

• Deep understanding of business operations and financial management.
• Proven experience in building and interpreting financial models that drive strategic decisions.

Tech Savvy:

• Proficiency with modern tech tools and project management software.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new technologies and systems.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of prior experience working at an investment bank or in private equity.
• Ideally, some experience in the technology or startup world.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Flexibility:

• Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet the demands of a dynamic, global business environment.

What We Offer:

• Direct collaboration with the CEO and senior leadership in shaping a fast-growing multinational company.
• A challenging, dynamic role where no two days are the same—perfect for those who thrive on intensity and rapid growth.
• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• A clear pathway to working in senior management.
• A flexible, remote work arrangement that supports work-life balance in a high-performing environment.
• Stock options.

Other Notes:

• We are a multinational company with HQ in California; therefore, afternoon/evening shift may be required.