Financial Planning and Analyst- Strategy Senior Director

About Imperfect
Imperfect Foods was founded in 2015 with a mission to reduce food waste and build a better food system for everyone. We offer imperfect (yet delicious) produce, affordable pantry items, and quality meat and dairy. Our customers can get the healthy, seasonal produce they want alongside the grocery staples they rely on, without having to compromise their budget or values. We’re proving that doing the right thing for the planet doesn’t have to cost more, and that shopping for quality ingredients can support the people and resources that it takes to grow our favorite foods.
We're headquartered in San Francisco with operations all over the country!
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We are seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis and Strategy Senior Director to play a crucial role in Imperfect’s growth and success. The Financial Planning & Analysis and Strategy Senior Director will ensure strategic development of our financial plan (outputs) and operational plan (inputs) to support our business growth. He/she will be a strategic advisor to the CFO, CEO, and COO, and responsible for performing enterprise-level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis that supports major corporate decisions. The ideal candidate is a player-coach and ready to put their experience to work and excited to contribute to a mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain the Company's full Financial Model to be used to raise capital and utilize as the basis of the Annual Budget; this includes I/S, B/S & CF's
• Coordinate the Annual Budget process including developing Dept templates and rollup scenarios
• Oversee the preparation and reporting of weekly/monthly/quarterly budget vs. actual variance analysis, providing commentary when needed to inform outcomes and assumptions
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of Board materials
• Create an efficient, effective, and comprehensive process for developing financial plans and analysis that links to strategic objectives
• Track and evaluate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and benchmarks
• Drive alignment and consistency with all teams 
• Perform in-depth financial analysis, build strategic models, and develop fact-based recommendations to help senior leadership make informed business decisions
• Promote the use of systems, procedures, and controls that result in improved productivity and financial discipline
• Serve as an integral member of the monthly financial close process
• Lead the implementation and optimization of the corporate forecasting tools and integration with our existing reporting system
• Lead the effort to develop one source of truth in our data and reporting (financial and operational) across the company
• Understand needs and provide tools and processes they can leverage.
• Create and maintain consistent budget tracking systems for each team
• Support any ad hoc financial analysis, modeling, and analytical support

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business, MBA, CFA or CPA is a plus
• 10+ years finance, investment banking, or consulting experience
• E-Commerce and/or retail experience in a fast-paced category a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient user of Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, and Netsuite

About You:

• You’re analytical. You dig deep on the numbers and you’re motivated by the results of trackable data
• You’re inquisitive, always asking questions to understand the root cause of every situation
• You’re known for your strong attention to detail and high standards for accuracy
• You’re a self-starter with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once
• You have backbone - willing to stand up for what’s right with C-level executives
• You have a player/coach mentality and can cultivate the talents of team members
• You’re comfortable presenting and translating your strategy and outcomes to a multitude of company stakeholders
• You're excited about Imperfect’s mission to eliminate food waste

Details of Position:

• Full-time, exempt position reporting to the CFO 
• Position is fully remote and any location will be considered, but preference will be given to those located in Los Angeles, Chicago, Baltimore/Washington, DC, Portland, OR, San Francisco, or San Antonio where we have company locations
• Salary and stock options commensurate with experience
• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, paid parental leave, paid holidays, $1300/year in free groceries, and more!

Imperfect's commitment to DEIImperfect Foods is steadfast in its commitment to being an actively anti-racist company.We understand that it is necessary to take ownership and accountability for building an equitable workplace where all members of our organization can truly belong. It is our responsibility to ensure that every department at every level of our business reflects the diversity of the world we live in. We aim to achieve this through our hiring practices and by championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programming that fosters a supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and have connections across teams.
DEI programming is available for all employees and we highly encourage staff participation. It is only with everyone’s unique perspectives, experiences, and beliefs that we can help shape a culture of belonging and create an environment where all Imperfectionists are celebrated.
U.S. E-Verify Notice: Imperfect Foods participates in E-Verify in the United States. Imperfect will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
COVID update for on-site employees: All Imperfect Foods employees must be fully vaccinated to be on-site or at company functions. For roles that require an employee to be on-site to fulfill their job functions: job offers are contingent on providing proof of vaccination (e.g., a copy of a vaccine card or other similar official document confirming vaccination status).