Vice President of Financial Planning – Analysis

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Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis leading financial performance at Instructure. Collaborating with leadership to guide planning, forecasting, and business analysis.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the annual operating plan process, long-range planning, and quarterly forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic objectives and growth targets.
  • Develop and maintain SaaS financial metrics and models to support strategic initiatives and potential M&A analysis.
  • Serve as the primary finance business partner to the Executive Leadership Team, driving financial discipline and strategic focus across all departments.
  • Present detailed financial analysis, commentary on business performance, and recommended actions to the CEO, CFO, and Board of Directors.
  • Provide in-depth analysis of financial results, identifying key drivers of variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators and SaaS metrics to evaluate business health and efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, systems, and reporting capabilities to increase accuracy, efficiency, and speed of insights.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the global FP&A team, fostering a culture of high performance, analytical rigor, and business partnership.
  • Manage the team's workload, priorities, and professional development to ensure the department meets the evolving needs of the growing organization.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA is strongly preferred.
  • Proven FP&A leadership experience in a B2B SaaS company at ~$500M+ ARR.
  • Deep expertise in SaaS business models, metrics, and financial operations.
  • Proven track record of building and managing complex financial models and driving company-wide annual planning and forecasting processes.
  • Demonstrated experience in a private equity–backed environment preferred.
  • Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, concise financial narratives and actionable business insights.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling.
  • Strong knowledge of financial systems and data visualization tools.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • High degree of integrity, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-change environment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
  • Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work options available in some regions for specific roles
  • Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
  • Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
  • Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
  • The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
  • Motivosity employee recognition program
  • A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection

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