Senior FP&A Analyst

At Purple Wave, finance is more than reporting the numbers—it’s helping shape what comes next. We’re looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst who can bring financial insight, analytical rigor, and a forward-looking mindset to our growing organization. You’ll take ownership of the full planning and forecasting cycle, translate complex financial data into actionable insights, and serve as a trusted resource for leaders across the business.

About Purple Wave

Purple Wave Auction is a leader in the equipment auction industry focusing on construction, ag, fleet, and government equipment. We are a data-driven, quickly changing and evolving, growing organization. Our focus is on marketing the assets we sell for our customers to find the highest quality bidders for the best recoveries for our sellers. We strive to make this transaction Straight, Simple, and Sold.

• Largest no-reserve Internet auction company in the Midwest
• Over 300 employees, nearly doubling in size in the last three years
• Robust tech team with continued investment in progressive techniques
• Family-run business culture with opportunities for continued education and career growth
• Generous benefits package in one of the fastest-growing companies in the area

Core Values: Trust, Team, Care, and Passion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process, including revenue, operating expense, and capital forecasts
• Develop and maintain monthly and quarterly sales forecasts with sensitivity analysis and scenario modeling
• Manage cash flow forecasting and analysis to support liquidity planning and working capital management
• Analyze financial statements, transaction data, and operational metrics to identify trends, anomalies, variances, and improvement opportunities
• Prepare financial reports and dashboards for executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and other departments to gather data, validate assumptions, and deliver targeted financial insights
• Manage and reconcile Sage Intacct and other financial systems to ensure data accuracy and integrity
• Use AI tools and automation to streamline analysis, improve efficiency, and uncover deeper insights
• Develop ad hoc analyses and financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions
• Undertake additional assigned duties as requested

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3–5+ years of direct experience in FP&A, financial analysis, accounting, or related role
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, complex formulas, and data visualization
• Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct or similar enterprise accounting systems
• Demonstrated ability to build financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial statement analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while knowing when to escalate and ask questions
• Exceptional communication skills—ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
• Comfort with AI tools and automation (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Power Query, Python) for financial analysis and process improvement
• Spanish-speaking bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
• Must be either a U.S. Citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
• Requires the ability to satisfactorily complete a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with e-commerce, marketplace, auction, or B2B SaaS business models
• Experience preparing board-level or executive presentations
• Proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
• CPA, CFA, or MBA
• Prior experience leading cross-functional initiatives or working as a one-person finance team

Schedule

• Full-time Salaried Exempt, not eligible for overtime
• Office hours are 8am–5pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time zone; additional hours may be required depending on priorities
• Based in the Purple Wave headquarters in Manhattan, KS
• Potential for 10% travel, should the need arise
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location

Pay

• Salary typically ranges from $80,000 to $110,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
• Monthly Bonus Program determined by the Company’s monthly revenue result and paid on a “percent to plan” payout formula:
  • 90% = $300
  • 100% = $600
  • 110% = $900
  • 120% = $1,200

Benefits

• Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with an employer match up to 4% starting the first day of employment
• Company-paid Life Insurance with options for supplemental coverage
• Fully paid Short-Term Disability provided by the Company
• 3 Weeks of PTO annually (details shared during onboarding)
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) – eligible to purchase company stock at a discount after 90 days of employment, with enrollment opportunities each May and November