Senior Manager, FP&A - Rightworks LLC

Rightworks offers the only intelligent cloud purpose-built for accounting firms and professionals. Backed by award-winning around-the-clock US-based support, our fully managed IT and applications ensure customers have secure, reliable, on-demand access to their technology. We provide a curated software ecosystem that simplifies the complexity of running an accounting firm or small business, supported by a community of thought leaders, peer networks, and educational resources. Our success is made possible by leveraging decades of specialized experience in leading accounting firms and technology companies. Thousands of Firms and SMBs count on us to run their business every day.

We have a great team, we’re growing fast, and have a winning culture based on innovation, teamwork, and mutual respect.

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, FP&A plays a critical role in driving financial planning and analysis processes to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial health and sustainability. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, this position requires a strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, and well versed in accounting policies and practices.

This role is pivotal in shaping the financial strategy of our tech company, driving insights, and providing guidance to enable informed decision-making and sustainable growth. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess a passion for leveraging financial analysis to drive business results, we encourage you to apply.

This is a remote role working out of our Hudson, NH office approximately 3 days per week. 

Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop detailed budgets and forecasts aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to facilitate scenario planning and analysis, identifying risks and opportunities.

Management Reporting:

• Prepare regular management reports and presentations for executive leadership, providing insights into financial performance, key metrics, and variance analysis against budget and forecasts.
• Develop and implement KPIs to monitor business performance and drive strategic initiatives.

Business Partnering:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Sales, Marketing, and Product Development to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Act as a strategic partner to department heads, offering financial guidance and analysis to optimize resource allocation and drive profitability.

Financial Analysis:

• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and business cases.
• Evaluate the financial impact of proposed projects or investments, providing recommendations based on ROI analysis and risk assessment.

Forecasting and Performance Management:

• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecasts, identifying trends and variances to drive performance improvement.
• Develop rolling forecasts and long-range financial plans to support business objectives and strategic initiatives.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and improve FP&A processes and tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Implement best practices in financial planning and analysis to drive operational excellence.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and develop a team of FP&A professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to foster a high-performance culture.
• Cultivate strong cross-functional relationships and promote collaboration across the finance organization and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Previous controllership role or similar experience preferred
• 2-5 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the technology industry.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills: experience with financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and actionable insights.
• Proven leadership and team management experience, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to influence decision-making and drive business outcomes.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of key drivers of profitability and growth in a technology company.

Benefits

To provide best-in-class solutions, we need a best-in-class team. We offer competitive salaries to recruit the best talent. We provide company paid short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance and a generous 401K match. We offer highly affordable medical, dental, vision coverage, and many other valuable benefits. We offer a generous PTO bank, and numerous paid holidays, affording you the time to be there for what is important in your life. We encourage giving back to our communities by providing volunteer paid time off. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the employer.

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