Finance Manager

About the Company Armada is the hyperscaler for the edge, delivering modular AI infrastructure from first deployment to AI factory with speed, scale and sovereignty. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies and to the CNBC Disruptor 50, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.  With nearly half a billion dollars in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and BlackRock, and has collaborations and partnerships including NVIDIA, Palantir and Dell Technologies. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.  Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world.   About the Role    We are  seeking a strategic, analytical, and business-savvy Finance Manager to partner closely with Engineering, Product, and our leadership teams to drive financial planning, investment strategy, and operational rigor across the business, with a primary focus on R&D. This role will report to the Director of Strategic Finance and partner with cross-functional leaders to drive financial planning, analysis, forecasting, and strategic decision support. You will play a key role in informing how Armada  allocates  resources and invests in innovation.   Location.  This role is remote-based on the continental US.   What You'll Do Cross-Functional Partnership   Act as a trusted finance partner to Engineering, Product, and other business teams   Collaborate with Accounting on month-end close, accruals, and relevant accounting considerations (e.g., capitalization policies)   Partner with broader teams (GTM, RevOps, Strategic Finance) to ensure alignment across company plans   Financial Strategy & Planning   Own financial planning for key functions, with a primary focus on R&D, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning   Partner with Engineering and Product leaders to translate technical roadmaps into financial plans   Develop and track key metrics (e.g., cost efficiency, headcount productivity)   Investment Strategy & Decision Support   Evaluate new product initiatives, infrastructure investments, and key business opportunities through detailed financial models and business cases   Support prioritization of resources across competing initiatives   Conduct scenario analysis to inform trade-offs between growth, cost, and operational efficiency   Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis   Lead budgeting cycles and monthly/quarterly forecast updates for supported functions   Analyze variances and provide actionable insights to improve cost discipline and predictability   Partner with business leaders to track performance against financial targets    Process Improvement & Scaling   Build scalable processes, reporting frameworks, and dashboards to support financial visibility and decision-making   Improve visibility into spend, hiring, and investment performance   Drive automation and tooling enhancements across FP&A systems   You’re a Great Fit If You’re   A  strategic thinker  who can connect technical investments to financial outcomes    A  hands-on builder  who thrives in ambiguity and creates structure where none exists    A  strong partner  who can influence without authority and collaborate with technical teams    A  detail-oriented operator  who can balance precision with speed in a fast-paced environment    A  self-starter  with a bias for action and ownership    Qualifications 5+ years of experience  in FP&A, strategic finance, investment banking, or related roles    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field;  MBA  or  CPA/CFA  preferred.   Experience supporting Engineering, Product, R&D, or other technical/business functions preferred   Strong financial modeling skills (scenario modeling, investment analysis, headcount planning)   Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a high-growth environment   Familiarity with software development cost capitalization and related accounting concepts is a plus   Experience with financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Pigment, or similar) and data tools   Advanced Excel proficiency required   Compensation & Benefits For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting  base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.  In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request) . We use a geographic pay structure based on cost-of-labor markets.   Tier 1 (e.g., SF Bay Area, NYC, Seattle): $139,290 – $174,110   Tier 2 (most U.S. metro areas): $121,120 – $154,400   Tier 3 (other cities): $115,070 - $143,830 Final compensation will be determined by experience, scope, and level, and may vary from the posted range.   Benefits Competitive base salary and equity Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost) Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA) Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k) Unlimited paid time off (PTO) 14 paid company holidays per year #LI-SM1 #LI-Remote Compensation $121,120 — $151,400 USD   You're a Great Fit if You're A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge  A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information