Financial Planning and Analysis Lead
About the role
As the Head of FP&A, you will be a key driver behind our financial performance, overseeing the entire P&L, focusing on critical business metrics, and strategically connecting investment decisions to Hex’s long-term value. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to own the full spectrum of FP&A activities, including financial planning, forecast accuracy, performance management, business reporting, resource allocation and financial systems.
What you’ll do
Strategic Finance, Planning and Forecasting
- Create detailed financial models to align targets and budgets with overall business strategy and objectives
- Own annual planning and LRP (Long Range Planning)
- Continuously refine financial forecasts to adapt to changing market conditions and business dynamics
- Implement cash flow forecasting to anticipate potential cash gaps and plan for capital needs
Financial Optimization and Risk Management
- Develop a framework for assessing the financial viability, operational tax, timeline and ROI of new projects, investment opportunities or initiatives
- Identify and assess financial risks that could impact the long-term value and recommend risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential challenges
- Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements
Performance Management
- Conduct in-depth analyses of KPIs to evaluate operational and financial performance, highlight business insights and drive action where needed
- Identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to guide strategic decisions
Financial Reporting, Data and Operations
- Generate accurate and timely financial reports for stakeholders, investors, and regulatory compliance, bringing clarity and cohesion to our growth narrative and investment thesis
- Establish and deliver increasing efficiency to our financial close and reforecast cycles
- Evaluate/implement/manage financial systems/tools/vendors to streamline workflows, improve accuracy and expedite processes
Team
- Lead and develop a world-class team of FP&A professionals
- Collaborate with other departments to align functional goals with overall business objectives and manage to those expectations
What you’ll bring
- 7+ years of deep finance expertise
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals
- Proven track record of accurate forecasting, with the ability to identify trends and provide insightful analysis
- Ability to manage and control budgets effectively, identifying areas for cost optimization
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions
- Experience building and scaling highly effective FP&A teams
- Commitment to continuous improvement in financial operations
- Insatiable intellectual curiosity and penchant for action