Senior Associate, Strategic Finance & Business Operations at Greenlitecareers

OUR COMPANY  The U.S. construction permitting process is a black box. Over 500,000 forms and 20,000 processes, yet 95% of cities use the same building code. Every permitting delay costs businesses revenue, stalls expansion, and disrupts construction schedules. Founded in 2022 by builders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, GreenLite [Upgrade to PRO to see link] permitting uncertainty for developers nationwide. We combine AI-powered technology with an in-house team of registered architects, engineers, and city planners to deliver the fastest, most predictable path to permit approval. Our expert-led compliance process ensures plans are code-ready before submission, reducing revisions, delays, and costs. GreenLite has raised $86M in venture funding from leading investors including Insight Partners, Energize Capital, Craft Ventures, LiveOak Ventures, Trust Ventures, and Chicago Ventures. National brands, including Walgreens, TD Bank, and Driven Brands, trust us to accelerate approvals, reduce risk, and unlock growth. THE ROLE GreenLite is seeking a motivated Senior Associate, Strategic Finance / Business Operations to help drive financial strategy and operational rigor during our next phase of growth. The Strategic Finance & Business Operations team is responsible for providing data-driven insights to inform strategic, financial, and operational decision-making. This is a central, high-leverage role responsible for increasing clarity, rigor, and execution velocity across the company as a force multiplier to the leadership team. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and execution. You will partner closely with leaders across functions to analyze business performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive initiatives that increase growth, efficiency, and operational discipline. This role demands a highly analytical and strategic thinker who can rapidly dissect complex quantitative problems and translate data into actionable insights, strategies, and structured actionable plans, and work cross-functionally to turn strategy into execution. You’re coming to us from a Strategic Finance, Business Operations, FP&A, or other highly analytical role at a fast growing startup, and may have begun your career in investing, consulting, and/or investment banking. The right person for this role is someone with 3-5+ years of top-tier experience who combines rigorous analytical training (banking, private equity, consulting, or similar) with ideally at least 1+ years of hands-on operating experience at a startup. This high-impact, high-visibility role is designed for someone early in their career who wants outsized ownership, executive exposure and is motivated by driving measurable business impact. If this sounds exciting to you, reach out – we want to hear from you. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING On any given day, you can expect to do the following key activities: - Build and refine detailed financial and operating models that drive forecasting, performance analysis, and investment decisions - Analyze unit economics, customer segmentation, and retention metrics to inform long-term strategy and optimize resource allocation - Build dashboards and conduct analytical deep dives to improve visibility into business performance by breaking down metrics/trends into underlying drivers and root causes - Partner directly with functional leaders to execute high-priority initiatives to improve performance, efficiency, and financial outcomes - Lead high-priority analytical and strategic projects that inform key business decisions; deliver recurring insights and reporting to leadership that drive measurable decisions - Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy, scalability, and automation of financial reporting and operational systems - Support key financial deliverables including Board materials, investor reporting, management discussions and company performance reviews - Contribute to strategic initiatives tied to fundraising and long-term growth HOW YOU’LL BE EVALUATED We will define specific goals together for your first 30, 60, and 90 days. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to drive measurable business impact through data-driven strategy. Some of the ways we will evaluate success include: - Accuracy of financial reporting and forecasting - Ability to communicate complex information clearly to various stakeholders with a focus on providing strategic insights on the implications of work (e.g., forecasts, analyses, trends) - Ability to inform strategic decision making using financial and analytical frameworks - Supporting creation of presentations & materials for senior leadership (e.g. Board presentations) - Improving operational efficiency (e.g. process improvement & system enhancements) WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR - 3-5+ years of professional experience, combining rigorous analytical training (banking, private equity, consulting, or similar), with ideally at least 1+ years of hands-on operating experience at a high-growth startup. - Superb financial modeling skills and extensive experience conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis. Working knowledge of SQL and experience with BI tools is preferred - Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills; proven ability to structure ambiguous problems and synthesize complex data into clear recommendations - Strong understanding of financial statements, business drivers, and investment metrics - Excellent communication skills with the ability to distill technical analyses into compelling insights for senior stakeholders - Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously; sharp attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving - High-energy, high-integrity and highly self-motivated, with a bias for action and comfort operating in dynamic, fast-moving environments - Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics,or other relevant field. THRIVE WITH GREENLITE - Competitive Compensation - Generous base salary & access to our Employee Equity Program, so you can grow with us. - Performance-Based Annual Bonuses - Rewards for high-impact results and contributions that move the needle. - Premium Health Coverage - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members and their families. - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Helping you invest in your future with smart saving options. - Parental Leave - Generous parental leave for all parents to support your growing family. - Wellness Support - Monthly Wellness Stipend and full access to Wellhub, Talkspace, & Teladoc for your physical and mental well-being. - Weekly Team Lunches - Enjoy catered lunches every week in our NYC office. Great food, better company. - Company-Wide Team All Hands - Held twice a year, fostering transparency, alignment, and inspiration. - Team-Building Events - Regular opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate as a team. - Unlimited PTO - Flexible time off so you can recharge, travel, or take care of life as needed. - Hybrid Work Environment – Our team thrives on collaboration, so we’re in the office 4 days per week. In the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, we switch to a 3-day in-office schedule to give everyone extra flexibility. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT  GreenLite values people from all walks of life and professional backgrounds. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about the construction industry and want the opportunity to grow in your career, we encourage you to apply. GreenLite is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.