Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) (Remote)

CENTRL is a leading risk and compliance technology company that provides AI powered enterprise-grade risk, due diligence, cyber security and privacy management solutions to financial institutions worldwide. Our clients include some of the largest banks and investment management firms across the Americas, Europe and APAC. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, CENTRL has regional offices in New York, India, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Established in 2015, CENTRL is a high-growth, venture backed SaaS firm leading the way in innovative generative AI solutions to manage third party risk and due diligence.

We are seeking a highly skilled Head of FP&A to lead our Financial Planning and analysis efforts.

Position Overview:

As the Head of FP&A at CENTRL, you will play a critical role in shaping our company's financial future. Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, you will have the autonomy to operate with minimal oversight, leading the Financial Planning and analysis function. You will drive strategic financial decision-making, help us achieve our financial goals, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the company's success. Tremendous visibility for a high-growth FP&A professional interested in being at the center of enabling the decision-making framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Financial Planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Create a financial backbone and roadmap that enable our continued hypergrowth.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with the VP of Finance, COO, and CEO to set financial targets and long-term financial strategies.
• Create analyses, commentary, and presentation materials for board meetings.
• Partner with each team to help improve functional reporting and assist with deep decision support analysis.
• Partner with the CRO on commission planning + tracking, Revenue forecasting, and key SaaS metrics
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve financial performance and achieve business objectives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reporting to senior management.
• Assist in investor relations activities, including preparing financial presentations and supporting fundraising efforts.
• Establish and document internal controls, policies, and procedures related to financial reporting, compliance, and processes.
• Opportunities to grow into management, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant financial standards.
• Continuously improve Financial Planning, analysis processes, and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BA/BS from top-tier educational institutions; MBA, CFA, and/or other relevant certifications are a bonus.
• 5+ years experience in a strategic financial leadership role for a high-growth SaaS company. Hypergrowth SaaS experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated command of SaaS metrics, KPIs, and business fundamentals.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience working in a startup environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Financial Planning software.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well with stakeholders across the business.
• Passion for working in a fast-paced environment where you can flourish with minimal guidance.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic mindset and the ability to think critically about business challenges.
• Preference: SaaS business model experience

If you are a driven and experienced finance professional with a passion for startups and financial analysis, CENTRL is the perfect place for you. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's growth and success.

CENTRL offers

• Competitive salary, performance bonus, and company equity
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Generous PTO

CENTRL's platform helps banks, financial institutions, asset owners, managers and other companies with risk oversight. We believe that people do their best in a culture that encourages teamwork, innovation, and inclusion. These values serve as the foundation of our culture, which is collaborative, dynamic, fast-paced, and drives our obsession in delighting our clients.

We live and breathe these values every day. And together, we're committed to help solve real business challenges with CENTRL technology.

CENTRL is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. CENTRL makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.