Finance Manager - Blackline

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At BlackLine, we're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business of enterprise applications.

Since being founded in 2001, BlackLine has become a leading provider of cloud software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. Our vision is to modernize the finance and accounting function to enable greater operational effectiveness and agility, and we are committed to delivering innovative solutions and services to empower accounting and finance leaders around the world to achieve Modern Finance.

Being a best-in-class SaaS Company, we understand that bringing in new ideas and innovative technology is mission critical. At BlackLine we are always working with new, cutting edge technology that encourages our teams to learn something new and expand their creativity and technical skillset that will accelerate their careers.

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The G&A Finance Manager is the finance business partner for the G&A organization including budget management, forecasting, reporting, data-driven analysis, curating and monitoring performance metrics, and headcount planning.  This role will work closely with executive level department heads (HR, IT, Legal, Finance, Accounting, and Facilities) to ensure financial goals are met and provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making. You will also develop scalable processes and systems to improve financial visibility, control, and planning effectiveness through collaboration with accounting and business teams.

• Budgeting and Forecasting:Develop and manage the annual operating plan and quarterly/monthly forecasts for G&A Departments. Ensure alignment with overall company financial goals.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Reporting: Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement financial strategies that support business objectives.
• Expense Management: Monitor and control G&A expenses, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints. Identify areas for cost reduction and process improvement. Support implementation of Zero base and Driver based budgeting.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements. Assist with internal and external audits as needed.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other finance teams, including FP&A, Accounting, and Treasury, to ensure cohesive financial management across the organization.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred.

Experience: 4+ years of experience in finance or accounting, with a focus on corporate finance/G&A functions. Strong accounting knowledge including GAAP and non-GAAP financials and experience working closely with accounting teams. Previous management experience is a plus.

Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting. Excellent communication and presentation skills to senior management.

Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g. NetSuite, Adaptive Planning, Workday) is preferred and Tableau is a plus

Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently. Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Experience with Adaptive Insights, NetSuite, Zuora, Salesforce, Tableau and other SaaS-based tools a plus

• A technology-based company with a sense of adventure and a vision for the future. Every door at BlackLine is open. Just bring your brains, your problem-solving skills, and be part of a winning team at the world's most trusted name in Finance Automation!
• A culture that is kind, open, and accepting. It's a place where people can embrace what makes them unique, and the mix of cultural backgrounds and varying interests cultivates diverse thought and perspectives.
• A culture where BlackLiner's continued growth and learning is empowered. BlackLine offers a wide variety of professional development seminars and inclusive affinity groups to celebrate and support our diversity.

BlackLine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, race, ethnicity, age, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, ancestry, color, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, medical condition, genetic information, or any other protected class or category recognized by applicable equal employment opportunity or other similar laws.

BlackLine recognizes that the ways we work and the workplace itself has shifted. We innovate in a workplace that optimizes a combination of virtual and in-person interactions to maximize collaboration and nurture our culture. Candidates who live within a reasonable commute to one of our offices will work in the office at least 2 days a week.

Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.

BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.

BlackLine is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation that would better enable your success during the application or interview process, please complete this form.