Head of Finance and Strategy, Anthropic

• 15-20+ years of progressive experience across strategic finance, FP&A, private equity, growth equity, venture capital, consulting, and investment banking
• At least 7+ years of experience in a leadership position overseeing FP&A and strategic finance business partnering teams
• Deep expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and provide actionable insights
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the organization
• Experience scaling finance functions in high-growth, technology-driven organizations
• Proven track record of driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and an MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
• Are passionate about Anthropic's mission to build safe, transformative AI systems

Desirable

• Anthropic is seeking a strategic and dynamic Head of Finance and Strategy to lead our financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and strategic finance function that together drive our long-term financial strategy
• This role will be responsible for building and managing a world-class finance team, developing sophisticated financial models, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making at the highest levels of the organization
• As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Finance and Strategy will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Anthropic and ensuring our continued growth and success in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem
• This role will report directly to our Chief Financial Officer
• Lead, manage and scale the Strategic Finance teams (Compute, Product, Go to Market) and Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions at Anthropic
• Provide expert guidance and influence to executives and other stakeholders on financial strategies, investments, and resource allocation decisions, leveraging in-depth understanding of the company's financial position and market conditions
• Lead the finance team owning the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, providing insights and recommendations to drive financial performance
• Lead the teams responsible for building and maintaining robust financial models to support strategic decision-making, scenario planning, and risk assessment
• Prepare and present financial analysis, forecasts, presentations and recommendations to executives, and board members, effectively communicating the company's financial story and addressing stakeholder questions
• Collaborate with functional leaders across the organization to align financial plans with operational objectives
• Oversee the development and enhancement of financial systems, processes, and controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives and board members on financial matters, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and risk management
• Provide strategic and operational decision support through insightful financial analysis and reporting
• Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth
• Represent the company in financial matters with external stakeholders, including lenders and auditors