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Associate Director / Director, Strategic Finance

Lila Sciences
Location
Cambridge, MA USA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Corporate Development
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 6-10+ years in investment banking, corporate development, venture capital/growth equity, strategic finance, or a related transactional finance field
  • Demonstrated experience structuring and negotiating complex, multi-year commercial agreements
  • Fluency in venture financing mechanics (SAFEs, priced rounds, cap tables, liquidation preferences)
  • Working knowledge of revenue recognition concepts (ASC 606)
  • Experience building revenue forecasts across multiple segments or product lines
  • Strong financial modeling skills
Nice to have
  • Prior experience in biotech, pharma, deep tech, or AI-native company environments
  • Background in M&A diligence or corporate development transaction support
  • Direct experience negotiating contract redlines and familiarity with IP, indemnification, and licensing terms
  • Experience in an institutional investing seat (VC, growth equity, or banking coverage of growth-stage companies)
  • Experience preparing materials for board or investor audiences
What the job really is

The Associate Director / Director of Strategic Finance at Lila Sciences will manage complex financial agreements and fundraising activities, collaborating with various departments to ensure alignment and execution. This role involves negotiating contracts, building financial models, and supporting revenue forecasting while maintaining communication with executive leadership and investors. The position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment.

Benefits
  • Competitive base compensation with bonus potential
  • Generous early-stage equity
  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Flexible time off with generous company wide holidays
  • Paid parental leave
Things to weigh
  • High visibility role with exposure to executive and investor-level work
  • Fast-moving, resource-constrained environment may require quick decision-making
  • Startup or scale-up experience strongly preferred, indicating a dynamic work culture
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