VP Strategic Finance

At Aspire, we're more than just a FinTech company—we're the leading all-in-one financial operating system built to empower the world's innovators and entrepreneurs. We are on a mission to reinvent business finance, empowering startups and businesses to realize their full potential.

Founded in 2018, Aspire has raised over USD 300M+ across equity and debt from world-class investors. In 2023, we successfully closed an oversubscribed USD 100 million Series C equity round led by Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed Ventures with participation from Tencent, Paypal Ventures, LGT Capital Partners, Picus Capital, and MassMutual Ventures. To power our solutions, we have partnered with some of the best companies in the world such as Visa and Wise and have empowered more than 50,000 businesses using our suite of products.

Aspire has consistently been recognized for excellence, earning Best Employer and Startup of the Year by the Asia FinTech Awards in 2022 and 2023, ranked as LinkedIn's Top Startup in Singapore, and listed on CB Insights' Top 100 Global Fintech in 2023 and 2024.

You will be amazed by the energy and experience of our team Aspire provides an environment for you to innovate and drive change with a team of ex-entrepreneurs, ex-founders, and high-achievers from diverse backgrounds.

Are you a top talent passionate about entrepreneurship? Join our rapidly growing team to make an impact in the fintech space

We are seeking an exceptional VP, Strategic Finance to drive our company's financial performance and guide strategic decision-making across all levels. This pivotal role demands a seasoned finance professional with profound expertise in financial modeling, analysis, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen, a sharp analytical mind, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights that propel the organization forward. You will be instrumental in shaping our financial strategy, ensuring sustainable growth, and maintaining our competitive edge in the market.

As VP, Strategic Finance, you will oversee financial strategy, including developing and maintaining comprehensive financial models, forecasts, and budgets that support strategic initiatives. You will analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and market trends to identify areas for improvement, inform strategic planning, and evaluate the financial feasibility of new product launches and market expansions. This will involve conducting in-depth market research, competitive analysis, developing pricing strategies to optimize revenue and profitability, and supporting business development through financial modeling for potential partnerships.

• 10+ years of experience in a financial leadership role, preferably within FinTech, fast-growing startups, or investment banking
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and turn it into meaningful insights to guide strategic decision-making
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders

• Experience working in a high-growth, technology-driven company
• Investment banking experience
• Familiarity with international financial markets and regulations
• Location is flexible, but willingness/ability to relocate to Singapore is a plus (not compulsory)

• Uncapped flexible annual leave
• Training subsidy for your professional growth
• Wellness benefits
• Team bonding budget to foster collaboration and a sense of belonging
• Flexibility to work from anywhere (up to 90 days per year)
• Our culture is key: We strive to cultivate a unique culture that brings talented individuals together. Learn more on our careers site and LinkedIn Life page.

Aspire is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing fair employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.