FP&A Manager

📋 Description

• • As the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at Cart.com, you will be instrumental in shaping the company's financial trajectory, playing a pivotal role in driving strategic financial planning, robust forecasting, and insightful analysis. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Strategic Finance, your responsibilities will encompass the meticulous construction and maintenance of sophisticated financial models, active support for the annual operating plan, and the delivery of data-driven insights crucial for informed decision-making by leadership.
• • This role demands a proactive and collaborative approach, requiring close partnership with leaders across key departments including Operations, Technology, Corporate Development, and other functional teams. Your primary objective will be to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights that directly support the company's growth objectives, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to the long-term strategic vision.
• • The ideal candidate will not only possess a strong analytical foundation but also demonstrate a keen business acumen and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment. You will be a key contributor to building scalable financial processes and providing the financial intelligence necessary for Cart.com to achieve its ambitious goals.
• • **Financial Modeling & Forecasting:**
• • Design, develop, and continuously refine intricate financial models to underpin long-term strategic planning, facilitate comprehensive scenario analysis, and support critical investment decisions.
• • Contribute significantly to the development of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts, ensuring strict alignment with overarching company strategy and operational targets.
• • Conduct in-depth scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to equip leadership with the foresight needed for effective decision-making in various business conditions.
• • **Annual Planning & Strategic Finance:**
• • Collaborate closely with finance leadership to provide essential support for the annual budgeting and strategic planning processes.
• • Engage with business leaders to define financial targets, develop resource allocation plans, and prioritize strategic investments.
• • Ensure a cohesive alignment between departmental financial plans and the company's overarching financial objectives.
• • **Financial Analysis & Insights:**
• • Perform rigorous analysis of financial performance, identify emerging trends, and deliver actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• • Conduct detailed variance analysis across key metrics including revenue, costs, and operational performance indicators.
• • Develop sophisticated reporting packages and intuitive dashboards that empower business leaders to effectively monitor performance and make data-driven decisions.
• • **Business Partnership:**
• • Serve as a dedicated finance partner to cross-functional teams, guiding leaders in understanding financial performance and optimizing business outcomes.
• • Actively support cost optimization initiatives and provide financial evaluations for new business opportunities.
• • Assist in the financial assessment of strategic initiatives, significant investments, and operational improvement projects.
• • **Investor & Leadership Reporting:**
• • Support the creation of comprehensive financial materials for executive leadership reviews and board presentations.
• • Collaborate with Investor Relations and Finance leadership to assist in responding to investor inquiries and fulfilling financial reporting requirements.
• • **Who You Are:**
• • You are a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical capabilities, adept at translating complex financial data into clear, concise, and actionable insights.
• • You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively within a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• • You possess strong communication skills, enabling you to articulate financial insights clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• • You are comfortable navigating ambiguity and actively contributing to the development of scalable, robust financial processes.
• • You are a collaborative team player who thrives on partnering with leaders across the organization to achieve shared goals.
• • You exhibit a curious and proactive mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to enhance financial processes and improve the quality of financial insights.