Director, Strategic Product Finance - Rideshare

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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is an integral part of the decision-making process at Lyft, embedded within the business to ensure we maximize ROI and drive to the best possible P&L outcomes. Lyft’s FP&A team is looking for a Director of Strategic Product Finance - Ridshare to join our Rideshare team.

The Rideshare team is dedicated to all aspects of servicing rides through the Lyft platform. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, along with a team-oriented mindset and a solid work ethic. This role will lead financial modeling and performance tracking for all products, and develop strategic recommendations.  It presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the most exciting companies in the tech industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage product P&L to evaluate the financial impact of new products and post-launch performance, and to identify opportunities to further enhance financial impact.
• Lead financial analyses to uncover insights that support product strategies, ensuring data-driven decisions to optimize user experiences and profitability.
• Establish and monitor key financial and product-related performance indicators.
• Collaborate closely with product managers and data science teams to ensure alignment between financial and product strategies.
• Present financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, highlighting key trends and forecasts to support product and business decision-making.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop top financial talent, fostering a collaborative team environment that drives innovation and professional growth.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with ~15+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, including 6+ years in a leadership role
• Proven track record in building financial models and conducting in-depth quantitative analysis to inform product strategies.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights that guide product development and business growth.
• Experience in establishing and tracking KPIs to measure product and financial performance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Proficiency in SQL or other data query tools is a plus

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
• Mental health benefits
• Family building benefits
• Child care and pet benefits
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future
• In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program

Lyft is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the San Francisco office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the San Francisco Bay Area is $203,000 - $253,750. In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible for competitive equity awards, bonuses, and benefits. You can read more about Lyft’s employee benefits here.

Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.