Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

about 2 years ago
Full time role
Berkeley, CA, US... more
Berkeley, CA, US... more

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Job Description

Company Profile 

Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of the soil microbiome, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in agriculture. Our commercial products harness the power of naturally-occurring microbes to provide nutrients to crops.  We provide new and sustainable ways for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population. Read/Hear more about Pivot Bio on Forbes or PBS News Hour.  

Position Scope 

Manager – FP&A Berkeley, CA - Hybrid working environment

Hybrid expectation will be candidate can work from home 80% and 20% of the time will be spent in the Berkeley, CA office.

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis will guide strategic decisions for a fast growing organization developing pioneering transformational technology. You will partner closely with the Director of FP&A with significant collaboration with the rest of the finance team and executive and management levels in the business with an emphasis on R&D and project-based reporting. You will assist with the development and execution of all of Pivot Bio’s FP&A capabilities including financial reporting and analytics, business models and cash projections, and comprehensive, strategic thinking about capital allocation. You will be hands-on in designing, managing, and administering end-to-end FP&A capabilities in a complex and high-potential environment.  

 Responsibilities 

  • Executes annual budgeting and monthly rolling forecasting activities, as well as monthly financial reporting and analysis
  • Develops and maintains Pivot Bio’s financial models, forecasts, KPIs, and recurring reporting and analysis of ROI on research & development portfolio projects 
  • Conducts financial modeling to support data-driven and strategic decision-making including business case development, performance management, and sensitivity analysis 
  • Partners with department heads to align corporate, function, and financial goals; enables value-added insight through additional analysis and reporting to support department activity
  • Motivates colleagues and collaborates effectively across functions 
  • Participates as a key contributor to the upgrade, design, development and implementation of core systems and processes, including FP&A software and dashboard tools
  • Corporate FP&Aprojects/duties as assigned by the Director of FP&A or other Senior Management such as budget consolidation and ad hoc reporting  

 Qualifications 

  • 5+ years FP&A, strategic consulting, or equivalent experience; with increasing levels of responsibility 
  • Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA a plus
  • Experience with major ERP systems and associated planning and reporting tools; Netsuite a plus 
  • Essential background in forecasting, financial analysis, financial modeling, operational analysis, performance analysis, and financial reporting
  • Hands-on and acts with bias to action; facilitation and collaboration is a strong skillset 
  • Superb attention to detail with big picture mentality
  • Strong planning and organization skills, ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; exhibits ‘extreme ownership’ attitude in areas of responsibility
  • Experience with project R&D finance a plus
  • Prior experience in a dynamic, high growth environment a plus

Must be authorized to work in the United States  

What we offer:  

  • Competitive package in a disruptive startup 
  • Stock options 
  • Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums 
  • Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies 
  • Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts 
  • 401(k) plan, 3% Match 
  • Commuter benefits 
  • Annual Training & Development support 
  • Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule 
  • Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team 

 

 

 

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