FP&A Manager

Sila • Alameda, CA

15h • $156,000 - $197,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world? The FP&A Manager is a key leadership role responsible for driving financial excellence and providing strategic insights to guide business decision-making. You are a proactive problem-solver and a strategic thinker who can translate complex data into concrete, actionable recommendations. You will sit between senior leadership and the analyst team, partnering closely with business units to ensure alignment with corporate objectives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and possesses a proven track record of managing financial planning cycles while mentoring junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant work experience in FP&A, including experience with business partnerships.
• Exceptional financial modeling skills; proficiency in Excel, G-Sheets, and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAGE X3) and database systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or MS in Finance is highly preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of annual budget and ongoing reforecasting cycles for the organization.
• Proactively partner with business units and key stakeholders to provide financial leadership and build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis (budget vs. actual), identify trends, and provide insightful commentary on financial performance to senior management.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic planning and critical business decisions.
• Prepare and summarize business results and financial reports for Quarterly Business reviews and executive leadership.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems (such as SAGE X3) and processes to drive automation and efficiency.
• Support the development of the FP&A team by mentoring finance members and driving cross-learning initiatives.
• Support system enhancement projects and special portfolio analysis as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager