FP&A Manager, Financial Operations

Q2 Software•Austin, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

As passionate about our people as we are about our mission. Why Join Q2? Q2 is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions to banks, credit unions, alternative finance companies, and fintechs in the U.S. and internationally. Our mission is simple: build strong and diverse communities through innovative financial technology—and we do that by empowering our people to help create success for our customers. What Makes Q2 Special? Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission. We celebrate our employees in many ways, including our “Circle of Awesomeness” award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others! We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship programs, internal mobility, and meaningful leadership relationships. We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun. We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin, inviting other local companies to play, and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together. SUMMARY Q2’s growth in a dynamic environment requires a Finance organization that is strategic, scalable, and tightly aligned with the business. The FP&A Manager, Financial Operations is a key leader within FP&A, focused on expense forecasting and performance management for our Financial Operations group supporting Engineering, Delivery, Customer Experience, and the Digital Banking product line. This role leads a team of analysts responsible for accurate Anaplan expense inputs, high-quality variance analysis, standard reporting, and ad hoc financial support. The Manager owns budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for their portfolio, partners with functional leaders to drive cost discipline and operational efficiency, and develops talent while advancing initiatives that support growth, profitability, and process improvement. Reporting to the Senior Director, FP&A FinOps, this leader will build and drive the newly formed Expense Forecasting & Reporting team, managing a high-performing group of up to four analysts. The Manager plays a pivotal role across FP&A, owning forecast accuracy, elevating variance analysis, and strengthening process controls to deliver reliable, insight-rich financial support to the business.

Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, and a minimum of 6 years of related experience; or an advanced degree with 4 years of experience; or equivalent relevant work experience.
Minimum of 2+ years of business management experience with strong focus in Financial Planning and Analysis
Typically requires 1-2 years managing and developing employees.
Technical & Financial Expertise Strong understanding of forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
Solid knowledge of SaaS business models, key financial and operational metrics, and cost drivers relevant to the role’s scope.
Working knowledge of US GAAP and experience partnering with Accounting to explain performance drivers and ensure alignment.
Proficiency with modern FP&A and reporting tools (e.g., Anaplan, NetSuite, Workday, Power BI or similar).
Analytical & Communication Skills Proven ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
Strong financial storytelling skills, with experience delivering executive-ready narratives and recommendations.
Comfort operating in ambiguity, managing multiple priorities, and balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
Leadership & Ways of Working Demonstrated success building collaborative, cross-functional relationships and influencing without authority.
High standards for accuracy, discipline, and ownership in financial processes and outputs.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment while maintaining rigor and quality.
This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Forecasting, Planning & Performance Management Own end-to-end forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes for assigned business areas, including revenue, expenses, headcount, and margins. Drive accuracy, accountability, and transparency across Annual Operating Plans, rolling forecasts, and multi-year models. Lead monthly performance reviews, variance analysis, and root-cause diagnostics, connecting business drivers to financial outcomes. Establish and maintain clear forecasting cadences, assumptions, and documentation to support scalability and consistency.
Strategic Analysis & Decision Support Develop high-impact financial models and scenario analyses to support investments, resource allocation, pricing, cost optimization, and strategic initiatives. Provide proactive, insight-driven recommendations that influence near-term actions and long-term strategy. Translate complex financial data into clear “what happened, why, and what’s next” narratives for executive and non-financial audiences. Support cross-functional initiatives such as product profitability, operational efficiency, workforce planning, and ROI analysis.
Business Partnership Serve as a trusted Finance Business Partner to functional and operational leaders, aligning financial outcomes with business priorities. Collaborate closely with Accounting to ensure alignment between FP&A forecasts, GAAP results, and key variance drivers. Partner across FP&A pods, Strategy, Systems, and Operations to ensure enterprise alignment and shared financial understanding. Build strong, trust-based relationships that enable constructive challenge, informed trade-offs, and disciplined execution.
Leadership & Team Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of financial analysts, fostering ownership, analytical rigor, and professional growth. Set clear expectations for quality, timeliness, and executive-readiness of all deliverables. Establish team operating rhythms, review processes, and analytical standards consistent with broader FP&A practices. Model finance operating principles including clarity, curiosity, accountability, and bias for action.
Process, Systems & Reporting Excellence Champion automation, standardization, and continuous improvement across forecasting, reporting, and analysis. Leverage FP&A systems and tools (e.g., Anaplan, NetSuite, Workday, Power BI) to improve data integrity, scalability, and insight generation. Ensure consistent definitions, KPIs, and reporting frameworks across planning and performance management. Develop dashboards, templates, and reporting artifacts that elevate financial storytelling and decision speed.

Benefits

Health & Wellness
Hybrid Work Opportunities
Flexible Time Off
Career Development & Mentoring Programs
Health & Wellness Benefits, including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents
Community Volunteering & Company Philanthropy Programs
Employee Peer Recognition Programs – “You Earned it”
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Q2 employees are encouraged to give back through volunteer work and nonprofit support through our Spark Program ( see more ).