Director, Cloud Finance at Confluent - Remote, United States

Are you a seasoned finance leader with a passion for the cloud and a track record of driving financial discipline in a fast-growing tech company? Confluent, the data streaming pioneer, is seeking a Director of Cloud Finance to play a critical role in shaping our financial strategy and supporting our rapidly expanding cloud business. If you're a highly motivated individual with strong financial modeling skills, strategic planning experience, and a knack for influencing cross-functional teams, we encourage you to apply!

Role Overview

As the Director of Cloud Finance, you will be a key member of our Finance team, responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support for Confluent's R&D organization. You'll partner closely with senior executives in R&D, Product Management, Engineering, and Go-To-Market (GTM) to drive financial performance and ensure alignment with our overall business objectives.

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Confluent's growth trajectory. You'll be at the forefront of our cloud strategy, helping to optimize gross margins, manage infrastructure costs, and drive efficiency in our cloud capacity planning. You will also lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of career growth and operational excellence.

A Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into what a typical day might look like for the Director of Cloud Finance:

• Collaborating with R&D leadership to review financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Developing financial models to support strategic long-term plans for new and existing products.
• Analyzing cloud gross margins and identifying opportunities to optimize infrastructure costs.
• Partnering with Product Management and Engineering to assess the financial impact of new product introductions and pricing changes.
• Providing leadership on topline consumption insight and analytics, helping to forecast future growth.
• Structuring complex revenue deals in partnership with Sales, Deal Desk, and Accounting.
• Mentoring and coaching team members to support their professional development.
• Presenting financial insights and recommendations to senior management.

Why Remote?

Confluent embraces a remote-first culture, recognizing that talent can be found anywhere. As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home, while still being a fully integrated member of our team. We provide the tools and resources you need to stay connected and collaborate effectively with colleagues across the globe.

Working remotely at Confluent offers numerous benefits, including:

• Increased flexibility and work-life balance.
• Reduced commute time and stress.
• Greater autonomy and control over your work environment.
• Access to a diverse and talented team from around the world.

Career Path

At Confluent, we are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career growth and advancement. The Director of Cloud Finance role can be a stepping stone to a variety of leadership positions within our Finance organization, such as:

• Senior Director of Finance
• Vice President of Finance
• Chief Financial Officer

We also offer a comprehensive training and development program to help you enhance your skills and knowledge, and prepare for future challenges.

Salary & Benefits

Confluent offers a competitive salary and benefits package that is designed to attract and retain top talent. The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $280,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and location.

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
• Wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Commuter benefits
• Remote work options

Confluent Culture

At Confluent, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where everyone feels valued and respected. We are committed to providing a supportive and challenging environment where you can grow and thrive.

We live by our core values:

• Customer Obsession: We put our customers first and strive to exceed their expectations.
• Innovation: We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible with data streaming.
• Ownership: We take responsibility for our actions and results.
• Collaboration: We work together as a team to achieve our goals.
• Impact: We make a difference in the world by helping our customers solve their most challenging data problems.

How to Apply

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented finance leader with a passion for the cloud, we encourage you to apply for the Director of Cloud Finance position at Confluent. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

FAQ

1. What is Confluent? Confluent is a data streaming platform that enables organizations to build real-time data pipelines and applications.
2. What is the R&D organization at Confluent? The R&D organization is responsible for developing and maintaining Confluent's core platform and cloud services.
3. What are the key responsibilities of the Director of Cloud Finance? The Director of Cloud Finance is responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision support for Confluent's R&D organization.
4. What skills and experience are required for this role? The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of FP&A experience, including 3+ years of management experience, as well as experience partnering with the R&D function.
5. What is the salary range for this position? The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $280,000 per year.
6. What benefits does Confluent offer? Confluent offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and more.
7. What is the company culture like at Confluent? Confluent fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.
8. Where is this position located? This position is remote-based in the United States.
9. What are the career growth opportunities at Confluent? Confluent offers numerous opportunities for career growth and advancement.
10. How do I apply for this position? To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.