Senior Strategic Finance Analyst II @ First Mode

First Mode develops and manufactures decarbonization solutions for heavy industry partners dedicated to the clean energy future — for people and planet.

Our team is creative and passionate, with a range of experiences and capabilities. If you want to create a cleaner, more sustainable world, we’d love your help.

First Mode is seeking a Senior Strategic Finance Analyst II.

Position Responsibilities

Oversee the close of month end, including the involvement in the preparation of monthly data reporting packages that includes analysis of key KPIs and actual versus plan variances and the production of a comprehensive explanations of differences as well as the impact of drivers on budget/forecast
Development of forecasting models and lead and evolve the planning/budgeting cycle, which is flexible and responsive to ongoing changes
Developing and owning the 5-year financial plan and supporting projects that drive First Mode’s financial strategy
Advising on key cost drivers to leadership and finance business partners (FBP)
Conducting analysis and variances to prior periods, which includes owning the developing of recommendations for leadership and FBP
Reviewing quarterly performance analytics and reports before presenting to leadership
Running simulations of various “what-if” scenarios using insight and critical thinking to evaluate and recommend solutions
Produce routine and ad hoc financial models to support leadership and FBP in decision making
Enhance data governance processes by improving the quality and integrity of data collected, analysis performed, and reports generated
Facilitate standardisation and sharing of best practice and contribute to continuous improvement of systems and processes
Deliver and continuously improve the way we monitor and report performance working closely with colleagues across the organisation to meet the reporting needs
Support in the preparation of board material and meeting our shareholder reporting requirements

Basic Qualifications

At least 6+ years of experience at a strategic or corporate level in performance monitoring and reporting, strategic and business planning and supporting organisational change
A proven track record of building relationships influencing decisions across levels and functions of an organisation
Ability to interpret, disseminate and present information to a variety of internal and external audiences in a way that informs and influences their decision making
Experience of establishing and developing performance monitoring tools and reports for different audiences
Strong analytical and organisational skills including the ability to balance and independently manage workload that includes multiple concurrent priorities
Ability to coordinate multiple, often demanding deadlines and multiple priorities

Additional Requirements

Comfortable with business travel to various local and global destinations

Location

This position will be located at First Mode’s headquarters in Seattle, WA and will be required to work in office >60% of working hours

Total Rewards

Base Salary Range: $117,700 - $ 148,500

Benefits & Perks

Annual bonus incentive
Equity-based awards
100% employer-paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution from the start of employment
Flexible PTO with 12 weeks of supplementary paid parental leave
Commuter benefits (parking & public transportation)
A culture that encourages professional growth with learning and development reimbursements
Open and collaborative workspace with free office snacks and lunches
Hybrid work model

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First Mode is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with First Mode is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.