Director, Head of R&D Finance & Strategy

OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

We are seeking a Director/Head of R&D Finance & Strategy to drive financial planning and analysis and strategic decision making with our R&D leadership team. You will play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy of our R&D spend as we scale the OpenGov Public Service Platform. You will lead a small team, providing mentorship and leadership while remaining hands-on with analysis and execution. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director, Finance & Strategy and will frequently collaborate with the CPO, SVPs of Engineering, SVP of Finance & Accounting, and other members of the executive team.

• Lead the bottoms-up Annual Operating Plan for the R&D function (Engineering, Product, Design, Product Ops)

• Oversee monthly and quarterly functional reporting for R&D leadership, driving operational decision making through thoughtful analysis and recommendations

• Deep dive into frameworks and process improvements to increase our sophistication in analyzing, forecasting, and optimizing R&D spend; particularly headcount management, hosting, and software spend

• Own the capital allocation framework and ROI analysis used by the executive team to inform investment decisions across our product portfolio

• Collaborate with FinOps and R&D spend owners to analyze and decision vendor spend and buy vs. build tradeoffs

• Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CPO and SVPs of Engineering; provide decision support underlying our product growth strategy

• Lead and mentor a small team based in the US and India while staying closely involved in analytical work and strategic initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred

• 7+ years of related work experience

• Experience in high-growth Software-as-a-Service or B2B subscription model

• Experience as a finance partner to Engineering and Product leaders preferred

• Advanced proficiency in financial software and data analysis tools

• Strong financial modeling experience in Excel/Google Sheets; willingness and appetite to build models from the ground up

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise way through memos and slides

• Aptitude for relationship building and influencing strategic decision making

• Resilient and “get-it-done” attitude; able to thrive in a dynamic, fast paced environment

Atlanta: $180k - $220k

San Francisco: $180K – $245K

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

A Mission That Matters.

At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust.  Some people say this is boring.  We think it’s the core of our democracy.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

Benefits That Work for You

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families

• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match (USA only)

• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches