Strategic Finance Associatenew

Ghent, Belgium

At Lighthouse, we’re on a mission to disrupt commercial strategy for the hospitality industry. Our innovative commercial platform takes the complexity out of data, empowering businesses with actionable insights, advanced pricing tools, and cutting-edge business intelligence to unlock their full revenue potential.

Backed by $370 million in series C funding and driven by an unwavering passion for growth, we’ve welcomed five companies into our journey and have surpassed $100 million in ARR in 2024. Our 700+ teammates span 35 countries and represent 34 nationalities.

At Lighthouse, we’re more than just a workplace - we’re a community. Collaborative, fun, and deeply committed, we work hard together to revolutionize the hospitality sector. Are you ready to join us and shine brighter in the industry’s most exciting rocket-ship?

**What you will do**:
As our new **Strategic Finance Associate**, you will report to the Director of Strategic Finance and will dive into our financial data, extracting key insights and crafting compelling narratives to guide strategic decision-making.You will collaborate closely with various teams, becoming a trusted advisor to senior leadership, including C-level stakeholders. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a nascent function within a rapidly growing company, focusing on analytical work and business partnering. You'll gain broad exposure to all aspects of our business and have the chance to directly impact our strategic direction.

**Where you will have impact**:

- Prepare reports for board meetings and leadership requests, directly interacting with senior management.
- Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to drive key business decisions.
- Collaborate with department leads, understanding their budget needs and providing financial guidance.
- Support the finance team with ad-hoc analyses and special projects, gaining exposure to diverse financial challenges.
- Communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of financial planning processes.
- Work closely with senior management, providing financial guidance and support.

**About our team**:
The finance team at Lighthouse is a dynamic and collaborative group of experts. We are responsible for all aspects of financial management, from accounting and reporting to strategic planning and analysis. We're divided into two main areas: corporate finance (tax, audit, etc.) and the newly formed FP&A team (business partnering, analysis, and reporting) which you'll be a key part of. We work closely with all departments, ensuring the financial health and stability of the company. We are a supportive and knowledgeable team, always eager to share our expertise.

**Who you are**:
**Essential**:

- Hold a Master's degree in an analytical field (e.g., Economics, Engineering, Business, or related fields)
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Are a highly motivated and results-oriented individual.
- Exhibit a proactive and collaborative approach to work.
- Are eager to learn and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Are comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

**We welcome**:

- Prior experience in finance or a related field.
- Familiarity with financial planning and analysis software.

**What's in it for you**:

- Flexible working environment: Work from home or at one of our global offices.
- Flexible time off: Autonomy to manage your work-life balance.
- Collaborative team: High-bar, friendly, creative, and passionate colleagues.
- Career development: Workshops, frameworks, tools, training, and processes to realize your full potential.
- Impactful work: Shape products relied on by 75,000+ users worldwide.
- Comprehensive health insurance: Extensive coverage for you and your dependents.
- Private pension funding: Group insurance to secure your future.
- Competitive compensation: Proactively maintained to value your work.
- Referral bonuses: Earn rewards for bringing in new talent.

If you share our passion for innovation and teamwork, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of the hospitality industry. At Lighthouse, our guiding light is to be an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage individuals from all walks of life to apply. Not ticking every box? No problem We value diverse backgrounds and unique skill sets. If your experience looks a little different from what we've described, but you're passionate about what we do and are a quick learner, we'd love to hear from you.

We value the unique perspective and talents that you bring, and we're excited to see how your light can shine within our team. We can't wait to meet you and explore how we can grow and succeed together, illuminating the path towards a brighter future for the industry.