Job DescriptionPosition location: This role is open to remote candidates located within the continental United States, with a strong preference for those based in the Pacific or Mountain time zones to support effective collaboration with team members across Australia and the US East Coast.
Reporting to the FP&A Director, the FP&A Analyst / Business Partner will support and lead key financial business partnering and financial reporting activities, serving as a Financial Business Partner to leadership and divisional teams. This role will provide leadership and business partners with timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights whilst ensuring the integrity and consistency of financial reporting.
The FP&A Analyst / Business Partner will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial models, supporting and coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes, managing timely month-end financial analysis, and providing analysis to support business and strategic decision-making. As a Financial Business Partner, the role will act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, translating financial data into clear recommendations and challenging assumptions to drive better commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:Financial Business Partnering- Budgeting and Forecasting for the US-based Operations and Technology & Product leadership teams including preparation and presentation of results
- Identify and track key operational metrics to measure leading indicators of performance
- Monitor and provide management reporting and analysis on a monthly basis
- Create, implement and maintain a robust forecasting process to allow real time visibility of key metrics
- Own closure of the monthly segment ledgers within the set timeframe, and provide value-add analytical insight into key trends
- Facilitate review of month-end results with the segment leadership teams and the Director FP&A
Financial Reporting- Assist in preparation of US-based financial results with a focus on variance to Budget and Forecast, and to a lesser extent Prior Year. Includes financial and non-financial data from multiple sources.
- Preparation of board papers and executive team presentations, providing quality management insight into factors influencing performance.
Financial Modeling- Management of expense modeling (HC and non-HC) with a focus on ensuring accuracy of inputs and outputs
- Provision of modeling assistance, insights and recommendations where required.
Budgeting and Forecasting Process- Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecast process by updating and inputting model data into system, ensuring accuracy of data, and manage corporate and statutory components of budgeting and forecasting process ((e.g. capitalisation, depreciation & amortization, finance costs, taxes, etc.)
- Challenge business assumptions, validate validity of corporate assumptions
Systems and Process Improvement- Drive the development and enhancement of reporting, namely through the increased use of automated processes.
- Drive data process changes and related system changes to meet changing requirements from the executives and Board.
Compliance- Comply with all local legislative requirements
- Adhere to company guidelines and the corporate Code of Conduct
- Maintain awareness of legislative requirements where appropriate
- Act ethically when dealing with company assets and other people
QualificationsExperience- Previous experience in an FP&A and Business Partner Manager role
- Strong stakeholder management skills with experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop and operationalize initiatives
- Experience with Adaptive Insights and NetSuite systems highly regarded
- SaaS or subscription business experience viewed favorably
Skills- Strong data analysis, modelling and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Ability to adapt to shifting business requirements and priorities
- Advanced Excel skills
- The ability to pick up new databases and systems quickly
Personal Attributes- Collaborative approach combined with ability to work autonomously
- High level of attention to detail
- Strong emotional intelligence, positive, influential, and professional demeanor
- Takes initiative and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Ability to interact effectively with people at all levels across the business
Education & Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance
- Professional qualification (CA or CPA) preferred
Additional InformationIn addition to your annual leave, Nearmap offers:
- 4 extra "YOU" days off each year-take a break, no questions asked
- Work from Overseas Policy - explore the world in the approved list of cities while you work!
- A Nearmap subscription (naturally!).
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