Manager, Strategic Finance

Merlin Labs

. Build revenue forecasting models connecting pipeline to recognized revenue, considering contract type, milestones, and performance obligations .

Posted 10/3/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis, with a strong focus on revenue operations and process design. Proficient in implementing financial systems and controls that enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with revenue recognition standards.

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FP&A ExperienceRevenue Operations ExpertiseASC 606 FamiliarityProcess Design and ImplementationP&L Ownership

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Hard Skills

Revenue Forecasting ModelsOperating Expense ForecastingVariance AnalysisAccrual ProcessesProcure-to-Pay Process Design

Soft Skills

Continuous Improvement MindsetCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceQuickBooksCostpointFinancial Planning Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

MBACPA

Industry Keywords

Quote-to-Cash ProcessProcure-to-Pay ProcessAerospaceDefenseSaaS

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build revenue forecasting models connecting pipeline to recognized revenue, considering contract type, milestones, and performance obligations
Establish controls and system workflows that reduce manual handoffs and create an auditable trail from opportunity to cash receipt
Design and implement a scalable procure-to-pay process covering requisitions, purchase orders, vendor onboarding, invoice processing, and payment
Partner with Legal, Accounting, and business owners to implement and maintain a tiered approval framework based on spend risk
Build operating expense forecasting and accrual processes
Support implementation of financial planning tools and systems with Finance and IT
Create monthly and quarterly operating cadences, including actuals reviews, variance analysis, and reforecasting
Support the annual operating plan and budget
Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, eliminating manual work, and automating processes
Assume full P&L ownership for an assigned product line, including revenue, gross margin, and operating expense, long-term
Build financial infrastructure connecting customer commitments to recognized revenue and vendor relationships to recorded expenses

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of progressive finance experience in FP&A, Strategic Finance, revenue operations, or finance business partner roles
Deep understanding of quote-to-cash and procure-to-pay processes
Experience designing and implementing processes and models from scratch
Familiarity with ASC 606 revenue recognition, particularly in a milestone- or contract-based environment
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Comfort working across CRM and ERP systems, including Salesforce and QuickBooks, Costpoint, or similar
Background at a defense, aerospace, SaaS, or hardware-intensive technology company preferred
MBA or CPA preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future
Must pass background and reference checks
Must complete employment eligibility verification upon hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Catered lunches with a rotating menu
Snacks
Beverages including coffee and tea
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Flexible paid time off
401(k) with match
Work/life integration
Professional development support
Highly competitive equity grants
Top-tier benefits for full-time employees