Director of FP&A

Menlo Security

95d • $165,000 - $275,000

About The Position

Menlo Security's mission is enabling the world to connect, communicate and collaborate securely without compromise. COVID-19 has made our mission all the more real. We support customers across various enterprises including Fortune 500 companies, 9/10 of the largest global banks and the Department of Defense. The world has fundamentally changed. We are growing from 400 employees into the next phase of our journey, and we need passionate talent filled with empathy and agility. The right candidate for the job is ethical, hyper-organized, fanatical about seeing things through to completion, service-oriented, and humble enough to take feedback and coaching yet confident enough to provide feedback and coaching. Menlo is well-funded for growth and our investors are second to none. They include Vista Equity Partners (“Vista”), General Catalyst, JPMC, American Express, HSBC, and Ericsson Ventures. The Director of FP&A and Business Intelligence will play a critical role in driving strategic financial planning and analysis initiatives while also overseeing the Business Intelligence team. This position requires exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, and the ability to leverage data-driven insights to enable informed decision-making across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, business intelligence, or related roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to lead organizations through change and in maturing business processes and capabilities.
• Demonstrated people leadership skills - creates followership and continually raises the bar for talent and performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Expert proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance FP&A and BI capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Netsuite, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive financial plans aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Provide insightful analysis of financial performance, trends, and variances to help senior leadership understand the company's financial health.
• Optimize resource allocation by assessing investment opportunities, cost structures, and capital expenditures.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior management by providing financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with other departments such as sales, marketing, operations, and HR to align financial goals with overall business objectives.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics to track progress against financial and operational targets.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial forecasts to support effective decision-making and resource planning.
• Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Benefits

• Base salary range for this role is $165,000- $275,000.
• All employees may be eligible to become Menlo Security shareholders through eligibility for stock-based compensation grants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees