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Overview

Corporate Finance is a strategic partner to Instacart’s executive team, providing insights that guide critical decisions and capital allocation. We lead forecasting, performance tracking, budgeting, and long‑term financial planning across the company.

We are seeking a Manager to join our fast‑paced Corporate Finance team as the finance lead for Instacart’s International expansion. In this role, you will partner closely with cross‑functional leaders to evaluate new market opportunities, support key strategic decisions, and own forecasting and business planning for our International initiatives. You will develop financial models, assess investment trade‑offs, and provide clear recommendations to senior leadership. This role offers high visibility and the opportunity to directly influence Instacart’s global growth strategy.

About the Job

Serve as the primary finance partner for Instacart’s International expansion, owning end‑to‑end financial forecasting, business planning, and performance management for new and emerging markets.
Partner closely with cross‑functional leaders (e.g., Product, Operations, Strategy, Legal, Policy) to evaluate market entry opportunities, assess investment trade‑offs, and provide clear recommendations that shape Instacart’s global growth strategy.
Build and refine complex financial models to support scenario planning in a highly ambiguous environment, enabling the executive team to make fast, data‑driven decisions.
Develop actionable insights by analyzing market dynamics, unit economics, and operational performance across countries; highlight risks, surface opportunities, and drive accountability with senior stakeholders.
Thrive in a fast‑paced and constantly evolving environment, establishing structure where needed while adapting processes, forecasts, and recommendations as the International landscape rapidly changes.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field
6+ years of experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, or another analytical field, with demonstrated financial acumen and a track record of driving measurable business impact
High proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data‑driven decision support
Strong attention to detail, with excellent project management and organizational skills
Clear, polished communication skills with proven experience presenting to and influencing executives
Ability to build trusted partnerships with cross‑functional stakeholders at all levels
Self‑starter mindset with the ability to operate in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and navigate ambiguity with confidence

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in FP&A, Corporate or Strategic Finance, investment banking, investing, consulting, equity research, or data science/analytics
Prior experience working in consumer marketplace or technology-driven businesses
Experience operating in a public company environmentInterest in leveraging AI and automation tools to improve workflows, efficiency, and insights
Proficiency in SQL or other analytical query languages
Ability to work from our San Francisco or New York City office on occasion

#LI-Remote

Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.

Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.

For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.

CA, NY, CT, NJ

$171,000—$190,000 USD

$164,000—$182,000 USD

OR, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, RI, VT, DC, PA, VA, CO, TX, IL, HI

$158,000—$175,000 USD

All other states

$142,000—$158,000 USD

Corporate Finance Manager - International

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