Commercial FP&A Manager

About the role

Norstella is seeking a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our team. This high-impact opportunity involves serving as a strategic finance partner to G&A and Commercial, managing P&Ls, reporting, and aligning financial plans with strategic goals. The role requires strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a finance partner to G&A and Commercial, providing end-to-end financial support and insight.
• Partner with accounting and RevOps to align forecast revenue with actual delivery schedules and contract terms.
• Own forecast accuracy through detailed vendor analysis, accrual assumptions, and historical trends.
• Work directly with General Managers and budget owners to manage budgets, monitor performance, and align financial plans with strategic goals.
• Oversee P&L management, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, and prepare monthly Sponsor Operating Reports with clear, executive-ready insights.
• Build and refine financial models to support budgeting, scenario planning, and decision-making.
• Develop and implement standardized reporting processes and KPIs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required.
• Experience: 5+ years of prior experience, ideally in FP&A at a high-growth private equity-backed SaaS company.
• Financial Acumen: Strong command of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and P&L ownership.
• Modeling & Analysis: Advanced Excel skills and experience developing robust financial models and forecasts.
• Tools: Familiarity with planning/reporting tools such as Tableau, Adaptive Insights, Hyperion, NetSuite, and Salesforce.
• Business Partnership: Proven success supporting cross-functional teams and influencing senior leaders.
• Process Improvement: Strong ability to create scalable processes, align cross-functional teams, and implement best practices in reporting and planning.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for presenting complex data in a clear, actionable manner.
• Problem-Solving: Creative and proactive approach to identifying and resolving financial challenges.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Dental & Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D Benefits
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays