The Fountain Group
Pay : $100-114/hr
Location : Hybrid, 3 days on site (Tue-Thurs) in Santa Clara, CA, Mon & Fri WFH
Duration : 7 month contract initially
Description:
Trusted advisor and Finance partner to key Sales leadership within North America -
Develop an understanding of their business and translate that into operational and financial information
Help develop various metrics and reports to monitor the health of the business on a regular basis, including identification of areas of P&L risk and opportunities
Deliver insights of data to help grow and drive profitability of the NAM business
Unlock growth opportunities through deep data analysis and implementation of effective analytical frameworks
Support the analysis, approval and execution of key operational activities such as headcount requisitions, program spend, purchase requisitions, and time and expenses
Able and willing to champion difficult but necessary trade-offs in the business
Planning for North America Theater
Translate Go-to-market strategy and company goals into annual Bookings, OPEX and HC plans
Actively engaged in the planning processes for North America, including driving run-rate analysis, topline and investment modeling, affordability analysis and budget allocation, Quarterly / Monthly Close, Forecast and Reporting
Guide and drive the Segment Sales financial close and forecast process for headcount and OPEX
Provide monthly and quarterly financial reporting, analysis and key metrics that enable business decision making
Incorporate best practices and create a more streamlined, methodical and data-driven approach to drive forecasting accuracy, and drive a more efficient close process
Lead Projects to evaluate investments and GTM strategy, optimize resource allocation and drive efficiency and process improvement
Upholding a mindset of continuous improvement to enable the NAM to scale the business and deliver high impact analysis for decision making
Required Skills:
6+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with a background in strategy consulting, corporate/business strategy, or investment banking highly regarded.
Proven experience in a senior business partnering role, preferably supporting a large Sales or Go-to-Market organization in the technology sector.
Advanced proficiency with financial planning systems (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and drive results in a dynamic, fast-paced, and ambiguous environment.
A strategic thinker who can independently identify and resolve complex business challenges, moving beyond analysis to actionable recommendations.
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear, concise narratives for diverse audiences.
Inspirational leader with a growth mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a natural drive to continuously learn and improve.
Results-oriented with a strong bias for action and a track record of delivering on commitments.
Unquestionable integrity and a passionate, high-energy, and impactful team player.
Education:
Bachelors in Business, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent military experience - MBA or equivalent experience a plus
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