Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single persons daily commute to reducing humanitys collective environmental footprint weve got huge goals.
As Strategic Finance Associate you will lead high-priority financial and operational projects to drive rapid growth, guide Vias strategy and create long term value. Youll have the chance to own critical workstreams from start to finish, collaborate closely with Vias leadership team and work cross-functionally with our Operations, Sales and Product teams to manage risks and identify opportunities for the business. This is an opportunity to join a high-impact team at the heart of Via where youll play an integral role in helping us scale.
This role is based in London, with a hybrid in-office schedule.
What You'll Do:

Drive evaluation of key business initiatives including operational improvements, new products, pricing & revenue strategies, strategic partnerships, new market entry, and more
Interpret key operational performance indicators, growth trends, and competitive positioning to inform strategic recommendations for senior management and Board of Directors
Work cross-functionally with the Operations, Growth, Data, and Partnerships teams to streamline the implementation of initiatives and processes across the organization
Provide senior leadership with detailed visibility into the performance of our partner network, designing reporting processes that offer commercial, product, financial, and operational insights
Work closely with the CFO, CRO and COO as well as Sales, Partner Success, and Operations leaders to develop Vias revenue and commercial strategy

Exceptional Excel and financial modeling skills with a knack for robust simplicity
Strong analytical and communication skills; youre able to both crunch numbers and discuss your analysis
Sophisticated understanding of corporate finance and accounting
Organized and independent; a self-starter who is comfortable taking on significant responsibility, operates with urgency, and proactively drives business results
Creative and solutions-oriented; youre able to think on your feet when presented with a tough problem and willing to develop new approaches to challenges
Experience in managing large datasets using tools such as SQL and Tableau is a plus
Passionate, kind and a real team player
A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, transaction services or in strategic finance / corporate finance / FP&A / operations at either a high-growth startup or a blue chip company

Joining a global employer with over 700 mobility deployments in 35+ countries
Becoming part of a company that was awarded for its commitment to social good
Competitive compensation including stock options
A hybrid working model and a spacious office near Chancery Lane, where you can enjoy weekly team lunches
Comprehensive health scheme offered through AXA

Were Via, and we build technology that changes the way the world moves. Were driven by a simple mission: to create modern and efficient public transportation systems that provide far greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. With our best in class suite of products, we make transit thrive.
Our teams of worldclass engineers, data-scientists, product managers, operations specialists, marketers, transit experts and more bring cutting-edge AI-powered software and innovative technology-enabled operations to our partners across the globe. Founded in 2012, Via builds solutions to digitize, automate, and enable data-driven decision making for entire transportation networks; fixed-route buses, microtransit, paratransit, school buses, autonomous vehicles, and more.
If youre excited to be at the forefront of modernizing the future of transportation, are up for solving tough problems, and willing to become/already are a transit nerd, we are the place for you. Even if your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
Ready to join the ride?
Via is an equal opportunity employer.