Vice President, Financial Planning - Atlanta, United States - Nexus Cognitive Technologies LLC

Description

Innovate, Impact, inspire - Your future begins here

ABOUT US:

At Nexus Cognitive, we are at the forefront of technological innovation, driving transformative solutions in the world of data and analytics.

Our mission is to enable your business to harness the power of big data, transforming complex data sets into actionable insights that disrupt industries and deliver a competitive advantage for our clients.

We are the trusted advisor that handles the heavy lifting of big data management and governance, so our clients can focus on making informed, strategic decisions that drive growth and innovation.

Nexus Cognitive firmly grasps the transformative power of data and artificial intelligence. We have a spirited team of employees across the U.S. dedicated to redefining the boundaries of technology and cognitive solutions.


THE OPPORTUNITY:

As we continue our journey, we are building a team of sharp, intelligent, innovators that are able to move fast with great agility and passion.

We are currently searching for a
Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis. This role will require a broad strategic mindset, excellent executive presence, and strong ?nancial planning process & systems experience. The role will be responsible for overseeing commerce tools budgeting, forecasting, analytical processes, and decision support.

You will also work closely with our executive team, department heads, and key stakeholders to develop and implement short and long term ?nancial models and strategies that align with the company's growth and pro?tability objectives.

Lastly, you will be expected to provide valuable analytical insights and decision-making support to facilitate the achievement of ?nancial targets and driving overall business performance.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:


Financial Planning and Forecasting:

Lead the development of strategic and operational ?nancial plans for the business, including standardization and automation of reporting and analysis, planning simpli?cation and data systems enhancements.

Drive accountability through the annual budgeting and rolling forecast process, coordinating with department heads to set ?nancial targets, measure progress, and proposing corrective actions when necessary.

Reporting and Analysis:

Develop and maintain extensive key performance indicators (KPI) and ?nancial models to support iterative decision making and proactive management of the business.

Prepare accurate weekly and monthly KPI and ?nancial reports along with variance analyses for senior management and the Board of Directors.

Conduct insightful analyses of business performance, ?nancial results, and KPIs to highlight trends and advise leadership of potential risks and opportunities impacting business performance.

Prepare and maintain both long term and short term ?nancial forecasts that support the business and its ?nancial targets.


Strategic Partnership with Business Leaders and investors: Collaborate effectively with investors, business leaders and cross-functional teams to provide planned and ad hoc ?nancial analysis with insights to support their decision making in both tactical and strategic areas. Ability to take complex business issues, analyze problems, propose solutions in a simple to understand way for business leaders. Advise executives on ?nancial matters and provide data-driven recommendations to optimize operational e?ciency and pro?tability.


Growth and IPO preparedness:

Work with the various internal teams to prepare an operational perspective for an IPO including creating a street model and forecast cadence that prepares the team for the rigors of an IPO.

Acquisitions, Capital Raises and Capital Allocation: Analyze new Investments (acquisitions, product, and business opportunities) & assess ROI through establishing consistent ?nancial modeling processes across the company. Aligning capital investments with a growth strategy and holding the team accountable for ?nancial outcomes. Support the business leaders in potential acquisitions including integration assumptions, pro forma, payback, and ROI analysis.


Team Leadership:

Develop a team of FP&A professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring to foster a high-performing and motivated FP&A team.

WHO YOU ARE:

• An individual who has a high level of analytical, quantitative, and problemsolving skills with the ability to organize information,

analyze large data sets and present in a clear manner.

• Advanced skills in MS Excel, Google Sheets, Tableau, NetSuite SQL coding, Pigment and FP&A software tool experience preferred.
• Experience implementing ?nancial reporting systems with demonstrated ability to lead projects with and without the support of

outside consultants.

• Someone who has excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ?nancial concepts in a

simpli?ed way to leaders.

• An individual with a strategic mindset with a track record of providing val