Coconut Software

Manager, FP&A

Coconut Software$130K — $160K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Canada
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, preferably in high-growth SaaS or Fintech.
  • CPA designation required.
  • Advanced financial modeling skills and experience with FP&A tools, particularly Planful.
  • Proficient in accounting software, especially Xero.
  • Strong analytical skills with an ability to analyze operational activities relative to financial outcomes.
  • Excellent communication skills to simplify complex financial information for non-finance professionals.
  • Adaptability to work in the fast-paced environment of a scaling company.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes with accuracy across departments.
  • Analyze and track critical SaaS metrics to inform business performance insights.
  • Administer and enhance the FP&A platform for improved reporting and scenario planning.
  • Advise department heads on financial management and strategic initiative impacts.
  • Deliver comprehensive monthly reports summarizing variances and trends for executive review.
  • Provide pricing strategy support to optimize sales effectiveness while hitting KPIs.
  • Oversee margin analysis to identify cost optimization opportunities.
  • Assist in fundraising, investor relations, and M&A due diligence activities.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with Cabana Days for personal wellness and recharge.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities supported by leadership.
  • Regular 1:1 coaching sessions with leaders and access to executive team.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness benefits starting from day one.
  • Remote work flexibility anywhere in Canada.
  • Generous annual wellness benefit and internet subsidy.
  • Employee stock options to share in company success.
Full Job Description
We're looking for a Manager of FP&A to join our FUN-ance team (yes, that's what we call ourselves!).

As the Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at Coconut, you will be a key strategic partner to the VP, Finance and the broader leadership team.

You'll have a front-row seat to the scaling of a premier SaaS organization with significant autonomy to shape the FP&A function. You will lead the charge in translating complex data into actionable insights, driving the annual budgeting process, and maintaining our long-term financial models. The role is perfect for a detail-oriented finance leader who thrives in high-growth SaaS, with a passion for strategic planning and building scalable processes.

YOU'RE FIRED UP TO:
  • Own the Model: Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment across all departments.
  • Drive SaaS Intelligence: Track and analyze critical SaaS metrics, including Margins, Net Dollar Retention (NDR), LTV:CAC, R&D utilization, Product ROI and Rule of 40 to provide deep insights into business performance.
  • Optimize FP&A Tech: Administer and evolve our FP&A platform (Planful), scenario planning, and automated reporting.
  • Partner for Growth: Act as a financial advisor to department heads, helping them manage their budgets and understand the financial impact of their strategic initiatives.
  • Streamline Reporting: Deliver monthly "Board-ready" reporting packages that highlight variances, trends, and executive-level summaries.
  • Pricing Strategy: Support the Sales team by providing data-driven recommendations on pricing and contract terms. You will use an agile, flexible, and creative approach to structure deals that drive win rates while maintaining KPI margin targets.
  • Analyze Margins: Monitor hosting costs and gross margins, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost optimization.
  • Support investor relations, fundraising and M&A activities: Preparation of financial projections, presentations, and applicable due diligence processes.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM:
  • Experience: 5-7 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with a strong preference for high-growth SaaS or Fintech environments.
  • Designation: CPA designation is required.
  • TechnicalProwess: Advanced financial modeling skills and proficiency with FP&A tools (Planful experience is a significant asset) and accounting software (Xero).
  • AnalyticalMindset: A natural ability to connect operational activities to financial outcomes and a "no-stone-unturned" approach to variance analysis.
  • Communication: The ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear, concise narratives for non-finance stakeholders.
  • Adaptability: Comfort navigating the ambiguity of a scaling company and a proactive approach to automating manual workflows (including building and maintaining AI agents).


This posting is for a vacant position. The expected hiring range for this role is $130,000 - $160,000.

The base salary for this position is listed to support candidates to align themselves within the target range. The range is grounded in comprehensive analysis of national compensation data for similar roles and company sizes in the technology sector, alongside a review of our internal compensation framework to ensure pay equity across the company. Note that ranges may evolve over time. We aim to provide a fair offer and hire within this specified range. The final offer for this position will take a candidate's background, experience, skills, and internal equity into consideration. Top performers' compensation will be reviewed annually, as part of our Performance Acceleration program (Performance Reviews, Compensation Reviews, etc.).

Our Investment in You:
  • Find your flow with Cabana Days. We offer flex-time and flex-days so you can recharge and be your best self. We empower our team to prioritize their well-being, knowing that a well-rested team is a productive one. While we offer this flexibility, our commitment to service excellence is unwavering. This benefit comes with a shared responsibility: our customers are our top priority. We ask that you remain available and responsive on flex-days, as needed, to ensure our customers' needs are always met promptly.
  • Ability to do your job in a supported, but flexible environment
  • Supported professional development, learning, & career opportunities - be supported in your growth journey!
  • Regular 1:1 coaching with your leader and regular connection to a passionate executive team
  • Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact

A full range of benefits to keep you happy & healthy;
  • Competitive Salaries - we pay fairly based on experience and expertise, not your ability to negotiate!
  • Health & Dental Benefits, Virtual Care, & Disability top up - all starting from day 1!
  • Virtual mental health and EAP platform
  • WealthSimple GRSP & Matching
  • Annual Wellness Benefit ($1000 per year)
  • Opportunity to work remote - anywhere in Canada!
  • Employee Options - everyone shares in our success!
  • Internet Subsidy on each paycheck
  • Tiki Bucks Incentive Program - everyone is entitled to earn bonuses!

About Coconut Software

Coconut Software is a provider of appointment scheduling and lobby management software for businesses. The company's software is designed to help businesses manage customer appointments and streamline the check-in process. Coconut Software's platform integrates with a variety of other software systems, including customer relationship management (CRM) and point-of-sale (POS) systems. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Learn more about Coconut Software
Size
150 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$1 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$5 million

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