FP&A Leader, Commercial Partnership

Redwood Materials•Reno, NV

About The Position

As the FP&A Leader for Commercial, you will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and decision support for our commercial teams. You'll work at the intersection of finance and business strategy, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive revenue growth, maximize operational efficiency, and support market expansion in the rapidly evolving energy transition landscape. This role is open to our site locations in Reno, San Francisco & the Charleston SC area.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field; MBA or CFA preferred
10+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 3-5 years supporting commercial or revenue-generating functions
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, margin analysis, and commercial finance principles
Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive, Anaplan, Hyperion)
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Proven track record of influencing senior leadership and driving business growth operational efficiency

Nice To Haves

Experience in the energy, battery, electric vehicle, recycling, chemical, or manufacturing industries
Familiarity with energy storage, recycling, or chemical economic models
Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and long-term supply agreements
Experience in high-growth, early-stage, capital-intensive businesses
Experience supporting customer-facing or sales organizations

Responsibilities

Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the Commercial organization
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate commercial and business development opportunities, pricing strategies, and market scenarios
Provide variance analysis and insights on commercial performance against plan, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions to drive greater efficiency
Build and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that measure commercial effectiveness
Partner directly with Commercial leadership to support strategic decision-making
Evaluate the financial viability of customer contracts, supplier partnerships, and business development opportunities
Provide analytical support for pricing and cost optimization and contract negotiations
Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform commercial strategy
Identify and assess financial risks related to commercial operations
Develop risk mitigation strategies and scenario planning for commercial uncertainties
Ensure proper financial controls and governance over commercial transactions
Prepare executive-level presentations and financial reports for senior leadership
Translate financial data into clear, compelling narratives that drive business decisions
Develop reporting tools to provide real-time visibility into commercial performance
Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, and Corporate FP&A teams to ensure alignment of financial objectives
Work with Operations and Supply Chain to understand cost structures and optimize commercial margins
Support corporate development activity as needed