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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Finance Manager to play a critical role in our company's financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function. This individual will be a key business partner to senior leadership, providing insightful financial forecasting, reporting, and analysis that drives strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities:

- Forecasting and Budgeting: Lead the development of the company-wide monthly forecast and annual budget in collaboration with senior leadership and business divisions. Analyze variances and provide insightful commentary to guide performance improvement.

- Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of key financial metrics, including revenue, operational margin, labor costs, expenses, and capital expenditures. Deliver clear and concise presentations to senior management, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.

- Partnering: Work closely with department managers to ensure accuracy and relevance of financial data used for operational decision-making.

- Process Improvement: Support ongoing reviews of business operations and contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

- Accounting Support: Assist in the monthly accounting close process, including detailed expense review, validation, and analysis.

- Reporting: Prepare comprehensive financial reports for senior leaders.

- Systems Management: Leverage and maintain financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive Planning) to streamline forecasting and reporting processes. Identify opportunities to automate reporting through existing systems.

Qualifications:

- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

- 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial management, or business planning.

- Prior knowledge and experience with SaaS based metrics preferred

- Advanced Excel skills and demonstrated proficiency in financial modeling.

- Experience with financial planning software (e.g., NetSuite, Adaptive Planning, Xactly) is highly desirable.

- Strong understanding of finance and accounting principles, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.

- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

-A proactive and results-oriented approach, with a strong desire to contribute to the company's success