Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

READING PARTNERS•Oakland, CA

1d•$109,613 - $128,956•Remote

About The Position

Reading Partners is changing the education landscape. We are a leader in working to solve the literacy crisis in our country by leveraging community volunteers in under-resourced schools. Our diverse and expansive volunteer base provides one-on-one tutoring to students twice weekly, and our program is proven to help children master the reading fundamentals they need to unlock their potential as successful, happy, and confident readers in school and in life. Our people are our heartbeat and our greatest resource; we are all passionately rallied around our mission to help children become lifelong learners by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction that truly works. Join our stellar, committed team leading the charge to deepen our impact and expand our service. Watch this video to learn more about the mission and core tutoring work of Reading Partners. The high level The Sr. Manager, FP&A is an essential member of the Finance and Accounting team leading the FP&A function and reporting directly to the Managing Director of FP&A (MDFP&A). The Sr. Manager, FP&A will provide business and financial support to the Managing Director of FP&A and various budget leaders within a national, distributed organization. The position assists in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports and analyses for various national departments and regional Executive Directors, and, as needed, serves as a liaison between national and regional teams. The position provides regular support to other Finance-related functions, such as the month-end close process. The position's key focus will include the automation of key processes and reporting tools. The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in financial systems such as Workday Adaptive Planning, Salesforce, and Intacct or demonstrate a high-level of proficiency in comparable enterprise platforms. A strong foundation in accounting principles, particularly those related to revenue recognition and the timing differences between revenue recognition for restricted awards and cash receipts, is essential. Preference will be given to candidates with governmental or nonprofit financial management experience with a demonstrated ability to translate complex accounting and budgeting concepts into actionable insights for program and development teams. The objective of the Finance team is to maximize student outcomes over the long term through the efficient, effective, and sustainable allocation of financial resources. Our work is rooted in supporting leaders who bring program expertise and recruit and train community volunteers in making effective budgetary decisions. We help empower leaders with high-quality financial information and advice that is accurate and timely. This position is remote, and hires (upon start date) should reside within states where Reading Partners operates, which include: California, Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, Washington State, and Virginia.

Requirements

5-7 years of relevant job experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
Possess robust and relevant job experience in roles with increasing responsibility; nonprofit experience a plus
Extensive knowledge of financial planning software (e.g. Adaptive, Sage Intact, PowerBi, Cognos) strongly preferred; familiarity with Salesforce a plus
Proven experience managing nonprofit cash flow projections, including forecasting liquidity and aligning restricted and unrestricted funds with operational needs.
Have experience managing across the organization (business partnering)
Display strong analytical and financial modeling skills
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to successfully convey financial concepts to non-finance colleagues
Able to adapt to changing organizational needs and priorities and juggle multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Demonstrate strategic and analytical thinking abilities and strong problem-solving skills
Exhibit excellent professional judgment
Hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Management information systems, or any other related field.
Approach your work with pride and have fun while doing it
Actively seek professional and personal growth opportunities
Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
Display a deep belief in our mission and root your work in our core values.
Ability to prove eligibility to work legally in the U.S. and that you are at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Are an AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service alum/alumna
Have experience working in launch or growth phases of organizations

Responsibilities

Provide support to the MDFP&A with the annual strategic planning process.
Assist in building financial models and forecasting tools that allow for long-term scenario planning in support of the strategic planning process.
Support the annual budgeting and monthly forecast processes.
As needed, prepare monthly reporting of financial performance and variance analysis of financial results by region/function.
With the support and oversight of the MDFP&A, educate the leadership team in the stewardship of its key financial metrics.
Work with the MDFP&A on cash flow forecasts.
As needed, analyze trends in spending and behavior in order to maximize resource allocation and results.
Drive operational excellence across the organization by evaluating, refining, creating, and supporting systems and processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness as we continue to grow in size and complexity.
Lead Revenue planning and forecasting activities for short term (monthly/quarterly) & long term (annual budget, 3 yr plan)
Revenue Monitoring - provide actuals vs projections variance analysis
Build financial forecasts, track performance and understand deviations from actuals to drive strategy and operational rigor
Work closely with Development & Regional leadership to review & analyze revenue pipeline, strategy, and market expansion
Gain deep knowledge and understanding of grants & school agreements regarding revenues.
Work on ad-hoc projects and prepare strategic analysis and presentations for finance leadership
Support process improvement in relation to weekly/monthly/quarterly key FP&A deliverables
Develop key financial reports (standardize) and other materials for the quarterly Board of Directors meetings.
As needed, prepare accurate and timely financial reports to funders/ donors, as required.
Manage financial information, including support documentation for grant reports and proposals.
Assist with preparing and submitting compliance reports and filings with various state and local entities.
Assist with tracking and reporting compliance with line of credit covenants.
Other duties as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with substantial employer contributions toward both employee and family premiums
life and disability insurance at no cost to employees
a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Significant pre-tax employer funding to help offset employees’ out-of-pocket medical expenses, including providing first dollar coverage for some plan options.
Spring Health for easy access to therapy, coaching, and wellness resources, including six sessions provided at no cost to employees.
Carrot for guidance and support related to hormonal health, fertility, family-building, and gender-affirming services.
403(b) retirement plan with immediate eligibility to participate and to receive employer matching contributions.
Flexible Paid Time Off (Unlimited PTO) and Paid Parental Leave for up to 8 weeks for birth and non-birth parents.
14 paid holidays annually, plus one week of office closure in early July and two weeks in late December.
A dynamic, mission-driven culture with a strong commitment to employee development and career growth.