Senior Analyst, FP&A

About the role

This position will give you the opportunity to:

• Act as a crucial advisor to the CFO and senior management team, driving the financial planning and analysis function of the company
• Lead the development of short and long-term financial plans, aligning them with the company's strategic objectives
• Conduct thorough financial analysis to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities; provide actionable insights to guide decision-making
• Oversee the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all departments
• Develop and monitor key financial performance indicators, comparing actual results with forecasts, and investigating variances to understand underlying business drivers
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, and develop strategies to mitigate these risks while capitalizing on opportunities
• Communicate financial insights and recommendations effectively to the CFO, senior management, and non-finance stakeholders
• Collaborate with and help mentor the Accounting team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and professional growth
• Work closely with the Accounting team to accomplish shared goals
• Translate complex questions into data-driven analyses to allow leaders to make informed decisions
• Conduct analysis around product profitability, pricing, ROI of investments
• Maintain per subscriber and unit economics of company revenue streams
• Conduct internal and external benchmarking to identify best practices and metrics
• Carry out additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives

Requirements

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning within a manufacturing/SaaS context
• Experience in a manufacturing/SaaS industries highly preferred
• Experience utilizing AI to develop dashboards and automate FP&A work
• Passion for AI and how it can be used to grow and evolve Waites’ FP&A practices
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Expert proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools
• Proficiency in Netsuite or related ERP systems
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Excellent leadership and team development skills
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information in a clear and concise manner

Culture Fit Requirements

• High intellect and strong analytical skills
• Innovative and driven to constantly improve
• Non-bureaucratic, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-moving environment
• Positive energy and attitude towards people and problem-solving
• Demonstrates a balance of humility, strong work ethic, and interpersonal savvy ("Humble, Hungry, and Smart") in approach to teamwork and problem-solving
• Demonstrates a “Can Do” mentality

Why Waites?

At Waites, we offer an attractive base salary with a strong history of profit sharing. We are intensely customer-focused, with a culture that encourages hard work, fun, and mutual success. As we continue to grow, there will be many opportunities for professional advancement and development. If you are a talented finance professional looking for an exciting new challenge, please apply!