Director of FP&A and Business Intelligence

goodr•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

goodr is hiring a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Business Intelligence to lead company-wide planning, forecasting, and long-range strategy. The role turns financial and business data into clear insights and actionable recommendations that guide leadership decisions and support smart growth. The Director partners across the business to connect performance to strategy, model future scenarios, and help determine where the company should invest. This position is part of the Money department and reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer. It includes direct management, mentoring, and development of FP&A and business intelligence analysts, as well as responsibility for scalable processes and accurate financial outputs. The role is hybrid and requires working in goodr’s Inglewood office every Tuesday and Thursday, with an occasional third in-office day. goodr describes its culture as grounded in Fun and Authenticity, with autonomy, empowerment, accountability, leadership development, and company-wide learning. The company states that it is a 1% for the Planet member and became 100% carbon neutral in 2019. The salary range is $180,000–$200,000, with the final offer based on experience. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

7+ years of financial planning and analysis experience, including 4+ years of experience as a Director.
Deep understanding of financial and accounting principles.
Ability to develop financial strategies aligned with company goals.
Ability to communicate financial information effectively to senior management.
Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills.
Familiarity with Workday Adaptive Planning (Adaptive Insights).
Understanding of coding languages and analytical models, including SQL, Python, data warehouses, and machine learning models.
Knowledge of ERP systems; goodr uses NetSuite.
Proven experience leading financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and long-range planning.
In-depth understanding of team dynamics.
Experience in a scaling or high-growth environment.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Proactive approach and ability to solve problems independently.
No degree is required; the posting says a degree may or may not be held and that goodr does not require one.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Figma; described as a huge plus.
A degree is optional; the posting jokingly awards bonus points for Basset Hound Science or Dinosaur Law.

Responsibilities

Provide clear insights into business performance and key financial metrics.
Partner with the Controller and other key role holders to interpret financial results and support strategic decision-making.
Oversee cash flow management, working capital strategy, and liquidity planning.
Lead company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for revenue, demand, and expenses in collaboration with department leaders.
Directly manage, mentor, and develop FP&A and business intelligence analysts; establish scalable processes and ensure accuracy across financial outputs.
Identify strategic and operational financial risks and opportunities and provide proactive recommendations.
Develop financial models and scenario planning for key initiatives, M&A opportunities, and capital allocation decisions.
Own the Budget vs. Actuals (BvA) process and work with department leaders to understand operational velocity and operating expense movement.
Deliver executive presentations, narrative-driven financial storytelling, and board- or investor-level reporting.
Build and manage a high-performing team and partner across functions to ensure financial alignment.
Live goodr’s values of Fun and Authenticity and model communication, professionalism, and vision.
Hold monthly one-on-ones with team members, provide continuous feedback, support accountability and growth, and empower the team.
Own the team’s budget and ensure its accuracy.
Set team goals and communicate them clearly.
Challenge existing practices and encourage the team to do the same.
Perform other related duties as assigned.