F&S COE Analyst

Who we are

About Stripe

Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies - from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups - use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career.

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic and operationally-minded professional to join our Finance & Strategy CoE as Analyst. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role designed for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving complex business problems, and can seamlessly navigate between strategic thinking and tactical execution.

You will serve as a critical bridge between Finance & Strategy, Data Science, Operations, Product, and Go-to-Market teams, managing executive-level requests, driving cross-functional initiatives, and continuously improving processes through automation and optimization. This role requires someone who can work tactfully with senior stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and turn one-off requests into scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Program & Project Management

• Lead high-priority cross-functional initiatives across Finance & Strategy, Data Science, Operations, Product, and GTM teams

• Manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring alignment and timely delivery without direct authority

• Own end-to-end execution of strategic initiatives from scoping to implementation

Executive Support & Board Preparation

• Support preparation for board meetings, investor updates, and executive leadership reviews

• Synthesize complex information into concise executive summaries and decision-ready materials

• Respond to executive-level inquiries requiring quick turnaround and cross-functional data gathering

Stakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Influence

• Navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, working tactfully to align competing priorities and drive consensus

• Build strong working relationships with senior leaders across Finance, Strategy, Data, Operations, and Product

• Influence without authority, using data, relationships, and business acumen to drive outcomes

Process Optimization & Automation

• Identify recurring work patterns and convert ad-hoc requests into structured, automated processes

• Design and implement workflow improvements to create capacity for new strategic initiatives

• Manage data workflows, streamline reporting processes, and leverage tools for efficiency gains

Business Analytics & Insights

• Analyze business metrics and their interconnections to provide actionable insights to leadership

• Support strategic decision-making with data-driven recommendations and scenario analysis

• Partner with Data Science teams to define requirements and translate business questions into analytical frameworks

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Strategy & Operations, or Corporate Strategy roles

• MBA or Master's degree from a top-tier program

• Proven project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously

• Exceptional stakeholder management abilities, including experience working with C-level executives and senior leadership

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with ability to structure ambiguous problems

• Excellence in communication, both written and verbal, with ability to distill complex information for executive audiences

• Comfort with ambiguity and rapid context-switching between strategic and tactical work

• Self-starter mentality with demonstrated ability to drive initiatives without close supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in technology or fintech companies

• Background in process automation, workflow optimization, or business process improvement

• Familiarity with SQL, Python, or data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker)

• Prior experience supporting board-level materials or investor relations

• Understanding of enterprise financial planning and key business metrics

What Makes This Role Unique

• Dynamic Scope: No two days are the same; work ranges from strategic analysis to tactical execution

• High Visibility: Direct exposure to C-suite and board-level work

• Cross-Functional Impact: Partner with every major function in the organization

• Entrepreneurial Environment: Freedom to structure your own work and build scalable solutions

• Growth Path: Natural progression into senior Strategy & Operations, Chief of Staff, or Finance Leadership roles