Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced FP&A Manager to join our dynamic Finance and Accounting team. This role will be responsible for leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis process. This position is in our Palo Alto, California office. In this role, you will engage in the following: Play a critical role in driving the growth and success of the FP&A team. Develop and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning process that will guide decision making and serve as a benchmark on financial performance. Provide in-depth analysis of actuals verses budget and forecast. Work with department leaders to understand macroeconomic and industry factors that impact Company financial performance and serve as their trusted partner on financial matters. Develop and define key financial and operational metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), non-GAAP measures, and monitor key drivers of the business and performance to drive accountability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement financial planning strategies and initiatives to support the Company’s growth and profitability goals. Lay the groundwork to help the Company predict future performance. Assist in the preparation of quarterly business reviews, cash flow forecast, Board packages, internal and external reporting. Maintain compliance with SOX controls and drive continuous improvement in the FP&A process. Perform ad hoc duties as required.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in corporate FP&A roles, in a public company environment.
- Strong financial modeling skills and the ability to build models from scratch.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- A can-do attitude and a drive for high performance with exceptional work ethics.
- Experience and a desire to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment that demands creativity and flexibility.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting or related field (Master’s degree, CPA or CFA preferred).
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with Prophix tool is a plus.
- Master’s degree, CPA or CFA preferred
Responsibilities
- Play a critical role in driving the growth and success of the FP&A team.
- Develop and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning process that will guide decision making and serve as a benchmark on financial performance.
- Provide in-depth analysis of actuals verses budget and forecast.
- Work with department leaders to understand macroeconomic and industry factors that impact Company financial performance and serve as their trusted partner on financial matters.
- Develop and define key financial and operational metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), non-GAAP measures, and monitor key drivers of the business and performance to drive accountability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement financial planning strategies and initiatives to support the Company’s growth and profitability goals.
- Lay the groundwork to help the Company predict future performance.
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly business reviews, cash flow forecast, Board packages, internal and external reporting.
- Maintain compliance with SOX controls and drive continuous improvement in the FP&A process.
- Perform ad hoc duties as required.
Benefits
- opportunity to participate in equity/stock incentive programs
- profit-sharing bonus
- comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with matching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
