Director, Corporate FP&A

About the role

We're seeking a Director, Corporate FP&A to oversee the company's financial strategy, planning, and reporting functions. This role serves as a key advisor to senior leadership, providing clear, data-driven insights that inform business decisions and drive sustainable growth.

As the head of a small, high-performing team, you will be responsible for leading budgeting and forecasting processes, strengthening financial discipline, and ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting. You will bring both strategic perspective and operational rigor, able to dive deep into financial drivers while translating complex data into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders.

This position is hybrid (3 days per week in office)and is located in Austin, TX.

What will you be doing?

Leadership Principles & Skills

• Dive Deep: Demonstrates strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to get to the root cause of financial issues.
• Deliver Results: Takes ownership, meets commitments, and drives outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Insist on High Standards: Maintains rigorous financial discipline, accuracy, and quality in all outputs, setting a strong example for the team.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting cycles.
• Build and maintain financial models to assess performance, scenarios, and investment decisions.
• Track variances against budget and forecast, clearly explaining drivers and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and consistency in planning and reporting.

Financial Reporting

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of financial reports, including the monthly, quarterly and annual financial package for the Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Translate complex financial information into clear, concise messages for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Strategic Financial Management

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Evaluate financial risks and opportunities, recommending strategies to improve profitability and sustainability.

Team Leadership and Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Corporate FP&A team, fostering a culture of high performance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Drive standardization and improvement of FP&A processes and systems across the organization.
• Ensure workloads are prioritized effectively to meet deadlines and business needs.

Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities with clarity and confidence.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to support collaboration and alignment.
• Present financial insights to executive leadership in a compelling and actionable manner

What are we looking for?

• 10+ years in Finance leadership roles
• Proven experience in senior finance roles with responsibility for financial strategy, reporting, and budgeting/forecasting.
• Proficient in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial planning software).
• Strong technical accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Experience managing and developing small, high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

What will make you stand out?

• Experience in Private Equity-backed, SaaS, or recurring revenue business models
• Experience with board-facing reporting
• Experience supporting M&A activity, integration planning, or strategic growth initiatives
• A balanced leadership style - comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on.

The Tech

• Working knowledge of G-suite applications
• Slack
• Zoom

What do we offer?

• We are a hybrid company. All team members at Auctane in Austin come into the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Take the reins of your time off with our Flex Time Off policy - because work-life balance should always be in your hands!
• We offer 12 paid holidays for all of our US employees!
• 401k employer matching program - because your future deserves a friendly boost!
• We conduct annual merit reviews to recognize and reward your hard work and achievements.
• Company events, we work hard, play hard! We do our best every day, even at our regular team-building events.
• Attractive office space in the heart of central Austin, Texas (free drinks, snacks...).
• Indulge in weekly catered lunches at our office - a delicious perk to fuel your work.
• Health and Wellness: The well-being of our team is super important to us. Choose from different options that include medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Fitness center in the office with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program. We offer up to 8 free mental health sessions.
• We offer gym discounts to help you stay fit and healthy!
• We offer education reimbursement to all employees, ensuring that you can pursue your educational goals while excelling in your career with us. Invest in your future and let us support your growth every step of the way.
• Employee Referral Program! We reward employees helping us find top talent!
• An inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid; we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional Position Duties: (The following is a list of what all employees, except those with medical accommodation, may be regularly required to do.)

• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Utilize wrist and hands for a prolonged period of time
• Walk short distances
• Stand for short periods
• Speaking and conversing with others
• Lift up to 25lbs without assistance up to chest height

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