Produce Pay Inc.
Director, Financial Planning & Analysis
Produce Pay Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
ProducePay is creating a more predictable and sustainable future for the fresh produce industry. Our Predictable Commerce Platform transforms a volatile and fragmented supply chain, giving growers and buyers the control they need to thrive. By providing direct access to capital, trading partners, and real-time insights, we unlock new economic value, reduce waste, and ensure consumers receive fresher, more responsibly grown food.
Overview The Role
We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and results-driven Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our corporate finance function. You will be a key leader within the finance organization, acting as a critical business partner to the executive team. This role is responsible for driving the company's financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. You will lead a talented team and be responsible for building the financial infrastructure and processes required to support our growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on yet strategic leader who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning
Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range strategic planning processes in collaboration with senior leadership.
Develop sophisticated financial models to support long-term strategic initiatives, scenario planning, and corporate development activities (e.g., M&A, capital allocation).
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support the company's growth strategy and profitability goals.
Analysis & Performance Management
Oversee the preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports, including variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast, key performance indicators (KPIs), and financial dashboards.
Provide insightful analysis of business trends, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities for the executive team.
Lead deep-dive analyses on product profitability, customer lifetime value, operational efficiency, and ROI for major projects and investments.
Business Partnership
Serve as a trusted financial advisor to department heads and the executive leadership team, providing data-driven insights to inform operational and strategic decisions.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other departments to develop financial models and business cases for new initiatives.
Prepare and present compelling financial narratives and presentations for the Board of Directors, investors, and other key stakeholders.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Establish clear goals and objectives for the team that align with the company's financial and strategic priorities.
Recruit and retain top talent.
Process & System Enhancement
Drive the enhancement of FP&A processes, systems, and tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Partner with Accounting and IT to ensure data integrity and streamline financial reporting workflows.
Evaluate and implement new financial planning software and business intelligence tools as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing and developing a team.
Exceptional financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Proven ability to work as a strategic partner to senior leadership and communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and FP&A software/BI tools (e.g., Tableau, snowflake, Alteryx) a plus.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Free Food & Snacks in Office
Wellness Resources
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Overview The Role
We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and results-driven Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our corporate finance function. You will be a key leader within the finance organization, acting as a critical business partner to the executive team. This role is responsible for driving the company's financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. You will lead a talented team and be responsible for building the financial infrastructure and processes required to support our growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on yet strategic leader who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning
Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range strategic planning processes in collaboration with senior leadership.
Develop sophisticated financial models to support long-term strategic initiatives, scenario planning, and corporate development activities (e.g., M&A, capital allocation).
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support the company's growth strategy and profitability goals.
Analysis & Performance Management
Oversee the preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports, including variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast, key performance indicators (KPIs), and financial dashboards.
Provide insightful analysis of business trends, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities for the executive team.
Lead deep-dive analyses on product profitability, customer lifetime value, operational efficiency, and ROI for major projects and investments.
Business Partnership
Serve as a trusted financial advisor to department heads and the executive leadership team, providing data-driven insights to inform operational and strategic decisions.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and other departments to develop financial models and business cases for new initiatives.
Prepare and present compelling financial narratives and presentations for the Board of Directors, investors, and other key stakeholders.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Establish clear goals and objectives for the team that align with the company's financial and strategic priorities.
Recruit and retain top talent.
Process & System Enhancement
Drive the enhancement of FP&A processes, systems, and tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Partner with Accounting and IT to ensure data integrity and streamline financial reporting workflows.
Evaluate and implement new financial planning software and business intelligence tools as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing and developing a team.
Exceptional financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Proven ability to work as a strategic partner to senior leadership and communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and FP&A software/BI tools (e.g., Tableau, snowflake, Alteryx) a plus.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Free Food & Snacks in Office
Wellness Resources
#J-18808-Ljbffr