Senior FP&A Analyst

Who We are

Electric is on a mission to simplify IT for small businesses everywhere. In the US alone, 99% of companies are small businesses, and we have a huge opportunity to impact how they run by providing a solution that makes managing IT easy (even if you’re not an IT expert)! We do that for almost 1,000 small businesses and over 55,000 users with IT Management Software that makes technical things like device management, application provisioning, cybersecurity policies, employee onboarding, and compliance reporting easy to manage and improve.

Our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a people-first culture that prioritizes inclusion, support, growth, and development. You're not just an employee here; you're an important part of our community and of our mission to simplify IT.

If you want to bring your skills to a highly collaborative team and are passionate about pairing the creative with the analytical, have a flair for testing and experimentation, embody grit, determination, and curiosity, and want to be part of bringing Electric to small businesses across the U.S., read on. 

Overview 

The Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst will be responsible for a wide variety of analytical and planning tasks including: revenue planning, expense budgeting, capacity planning, forecasting, general financial analysis, as well as directly supporting our internal business units. Most importantly, you will be responsible for maintaining foundational responsibilities of how we develop, communicate, and analyze financial information, becoming part of a trusted advisory team to the entire organization, and building on the trust the organization has in the finance department. 

What you’ll do 

• Partner with the Director of FP&A to lead the annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Manage all budget and forecast updates related to assigned departments in Electric’s financial planning tool, Anaplan
• Conduct thorough variance analysis by comparing actual financial performance to budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, offering actionable insights to drive business decisions
• Develop and maintain complex financial models that evaluate business scenarios and revenue projections to support strategic initiatives
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with senior leaders through an ongoing dialog around their business unit and financial needs
• Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) that provide insights into business performance, assisting leadership in making informed decisions
• Present financial analyses, findings, and recommendations to senior management, clearly conveying complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
• Assist in the preparation of executive-level presentations and financial reporting for leadership, board meetings, and investors
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and adherence to GAAP standards
• Review and approve vendor spend requests to ensure they are within budget and meet AP guidelines
• Take a leadership role in cross-functional projects aimed at optimizing processes, enhancing financial systems, and improving data accuracy.

Who you are

• 5+ years of experience in an FP&A role
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA and knowledge of GAAP standards a plus but not required
• Exhibit superior ownership of responsibilities and delivery of final work product
• Ability to make sound financial & business decisions with demonstrated ability to present complex data in clear, compelling, and summarized formats non-finance professionals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact within all levels of the organization
• Spreadsheet and presentation guru
• Expert proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis
• Strong organizational skills, enabling you to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of industry-standard KPIs and processes for SaaS businesses
• Experience with Salesforce.com and Netsuite. Experience with financial planning tools, specifically Anaplan, a plus.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.

Excited about the opportunity, but worried you don’t meet all the requirements? We recognize that people are less likely to apply to jobs where they don’t meet every single qualification. Imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. We encourage you to apply anyway, and give us both the chance to find out if you’re the right candidate for this or other roles! 

Read about working at Electric here and meet our leadership team! 

We offer a range of benefits that include: 

• Flexible and generous PTO 
• Mental Wellness Days 
• Volunteer Days
• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Orthadontia Coverage
• 401k 
• ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program)
• Kindbody Membership for Family Planning
• Pre-taxed Commuter Benefits 
• Generous Parental Leave
• Paid medical, family, and military leave
• Short and Long Term Disability 
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Life Insurance funded by Electric
• Training and career growth 
• Awesome team building events! 

Where?

We are headquartered in NYC, with an office in Denton, TX and remote locations across 24 states. Our largest markets outside of the Tri-State area and Dallas-Fort Worth area are San Diego, Denver, Raleigh. We embrace a hybrid culture and offer opportunities throughout the year for folks to get together in regional markets or at HQ.  With a widely distributed team, we are used to working remotely across different time zones. 

See below to see if you are eligible to work within the 24 states we hire in: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin. 

Standard Working Hours: 9:00AM -6:00PM

We are an equal opportunity employer. 

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background will lead to a better environment for our employees and a better product for our users. 

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Electric does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status or any other protected status under the law.

Accommodations

Electric is committed to providing access, equal opportunities, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation as part of the recruitment process, please contact: TA@electric.ai. 

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