Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

SUMMARY

Responsible for interacting with employees throughout all levels of the organization and provides broad, company-wide analytical support in support of business objectives. Key responsibilities include management reporting and analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, partnering with IT on business intelligence (BI) projects, mentoring and supervising other FP&A team members, and completing special projects for management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Provides analytical support to various functional units of the business. Acts as a liaison between Finance and other operating groups. Frequently consults with members of the operating groups to share information and to influence results that maximize EBITDA;

* Analyzes and interprets financial results and can clearly articulate to management the "narrative behind the numbers". Assists with the preparation of materials for monthly business reviews, investor calls, and other presentations. Draws upon deep understanding of business objectives, issues, and root causes to provide analytical insight;

* Sets best-in-class reporting standards. Leads the development and preparation of ad hoc and standard management reports, tailoring the format and content to the specific needs of various internal customers;

* Applies a wide range of analytical and statistical techniques to independently construct sophisticated financial models. Uses results of modeling to provide decision support and recommendations to leadership;

* Works in concert with the Director of FP&A to lead the company-wide forecasting and budgeting processes. Sets standards for planning templates and reports, develops sound global assumptions, constructs plans, identifies and analyzes variances and decision trade-offs, and makes recommendations on how to improve business results;

* Partners with IT and the Director of FP&A to develop long-term strategy for financial systems integration and business intelligence tools;

* Integrates diverse sets of financial and operational data to generate business insight. Develops clear and informative methods of presenting key findings to management;

* Proactively drives continuous improvements and best practices within the FP&A and broader organization to reduce error rates and maximize productivity and efficiency;

* Completes special projects as assigned to support corporate objectives;

* Mentors and supervises other FP&A team members;

* Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Eight (8) or more years related work experience; specifically in a FP&A role

Strong understanding of financial computer systems and data systems

Certified Corporate FP&A Professional

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Certified Financial Planner-CFP Board

SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, polished presentation skills

Excellent ability to interpret and analyze financial statements

Strong mathematical ability, including understanding of algebraic functions and statistical forecasting methods

Mastery of data management, financial systems, and other analytical tools

Strong ability to leverage various financial systems and BI tools to produce insightful reports and analyses

Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills

Highly proactive; actively seeks opportunities for process improvement

Project management experience successfully leading cross-functional teams

Ability to interact professionally with employees across all levels of the organization

Works both independently and as a member of a team

Advanced Microsoft Office Suite experience

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• San Diego, CA, USA
• Virtual