Finance Manager - FP&A

Data Axle provides data, applications, and services that help organizations make and save money. Our commitment to accuracy, service and innovation drive customer acquisition, retention, and product enhancement. We are currently seeking a Finance Manager - FP&A.

This position is responsible for the directing certain Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions within the Company. This position will direct and lead financial planning & analysis activities and may be assisted by subordinate managers and/or staff.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Oversee, coordinate and facilitate the completion of day-to-day financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting for areas assigned
2. Perform general analysis (financial and operational) in the areas of sales, marketing, purchasing, production, communication, etc.
3. Prepare or oversee the preparation of reports pertaining to products, markets, customer buying trends, profitability, etc.
4. Make use of spreadsheets and different statistical software in order to effectively analyze historical results in a timely fashion.
5. Develop, monitor and report key performance metrics in areas assigned; identifying issues and analyzing trends.
6. Help to develop new and effective techniques for financial analysis and thus rendering better service to management.
7. Analyze financial statements of the organization focusing on trends in sales, marketing, operating expenses, etc.
8. Perform competitive analysis, in order to determine and how competitors are performing in relation to Data Axle.
9. Perform financial and operational analysis, fact verification and research
10. Facilitate and drive the completion of the company's annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes for areas assigned.
11. Assist in analyzing current reporting needs and implement systems to provide critical financial information.
12. Perform ad hoc financial analysis around historical trends and forecasts dealing with customers, products, competitors and financial results of divisions, segments or the company as a whole.
13. Assist in the preparation of executive reports for Board, investor and leadership team meetings
14. Interview, hire, and counsel direct report employees. Delegate activities to appointed staff and review their work for quality and accuracy. Ensure that responsibilities, authorities, and accountability of all subordinates are defined and understood.
15. Establish and maintain positive and effective business relationships with internal and external contacts.
16. Special projects, as assigned

* Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The function is considered essential if the reason the position exists is to perform that function.

Supportive Job Functions:

1. Limited travel in the U.S. to other business units and company operations.
2. Review current Company practices and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations, as well as with company policy and objectives.
3. Keep informed of developments in financial reporting and GAAP accounting
4. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.

*These tasks do not meet the Americans with Disabilities Act definition of essential job functions and usually equal 5% or less of time spent. However, these tasks still constitute important performance aspects of the job.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

1. Extensive knowledge of best practices pertaining to financial reporting.
2. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with employees, company executives and external contacts, while maintaining confidentiality in all related discussions.
3. Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
4. Ability to perform independent accounting research.
5. Must have integrity, ethics, fortitude, and credibility, complimented by a bias for action, strong sense of accountability, and highly developed persuasion and negotiation skills.
6. Effective strategic planning skills and experience.
7. Must be able to apply knowledge across major functional areas to achieve the Company's strategic mission and influence results.
8. Must be a highly motivated, self-starter, with a strong work ethic, and technical and analytical proficiency.
9. Ability to successfully direct, motivate, manage and lead one or more subordinates.
10. Possess strong business and technical presentation skills.
11. Excellent knowledge of all areas of business operations. Understand product/business development, product management, marketing, sales, services, etc.
12. Excellent ability to manage the most complex projects
13. Excellent time management, decision-making, human relations and organizational skills.
14. Must be able to meet strict deadlines and deliver quality product on a regular and consistent basis
15. Ability to anticipate and quickly react in a dynamic business environment
16. Ability to understand the needs of a multi-company environment
17. Ability to understand the unique needs and aspects of an international company with operations in multiple countries
18. Skill in identifying and resolving problems quickly and effectively with limited direct supervision
19. Ability to handle varying levels of workload and changing priorities and to set priorities appropriately but be able to shift priorities as conditions change.
20. Ability to identify and implement best practices and process improvements
21. Ability to work with sensitive information while maintaining strict confidentiality

Education, Experience, and Certification:

1. Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent required.*
2. Masters degree a plus
3. 7+ years of related experience including at least 5 years in a management role required.*
4. Experience with financial reporting systems, methodologies and applications*
5. Oracle, OESS and Hyperion experience a plus
6. CPA preferred.

*Minimum requirements needed to perform the job.

If you are a resident of the state of California, Colorado, New York, or Washington, please contact us or email us at applicant@data-axle.com to receive compensation and benefits information for this role. Please include the job title and/or job ID of the role you are interested in.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

At Data Axle, we are committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging employees from all walks of life. Diversity is an important part of our values and business operations. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that promotes professional development for everyone. As part of that commitment, Data Axle does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and or Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. In addition, Data Axle will provide reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.