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Full-Time

FP&a Manager

Posted on 6/6/2024

Roku

Roku

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming devices and content distribution platform

Consumer Goods
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$140k - $148.8kAnnually

+ Equity Awards

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

For New York Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $140,000 and $148,750 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Management
SQL
Tableau
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 6-8 years of FP&A or accounting experience
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, engineering, accounting, economics, data analytics, or another quantitatively leaning field
  • Efficiently manage multiple tasks within tight deadlines
  • Proficient in deciphering complex business drivers, delivering high-quality analytics, and communicating effectively
  • Drive change by implementing new reporting solutions in a rapidly evolving environment
  • Provide system expertise and training to enhance team and partner understanding of data flow
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of data flow within ERP, Planning tools, CRM, and local reporting systems, ensuring alignment
  • Participate in planning tool implementations (e.g., Anaplan) to streamline financial processes
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel (including Power Query and PowerPivot), PowerPoint, and dashboarding tools (e.g., Tableau)
  • Strong familiarity with ERP systems, business information systems (e.g., NetSuite), and cloud-based planning software (e.g., Workday Adaptive Planning or Anaplan)
  • Desirable familiarity with SQL and SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio)
Responsibilities
  • Support the consolidation of advertising forecasts across various business lines, from revenue to gross profit
  • Collaborate closely with finance team to craft narratives for senior management
  • Produce and distribute recurring and ad hoc management reports
  • Work cross functionally to develop, track and analyze KPIs across various parts of the advertising business
  • Drive the adoption of Anaplan into advertising FP&A processes
  • Act as the main point of contact with the corporate FP&A team on customizing the advertising Anaplan configuration
  • Assess additional systems and tools to continue driving automation and efficiency within the team’s processes
  • Present findings, recommendations, and new operating models to cross-functional teams
  • Analyze business requirements in design sessions and translate them into efficient applications
  • Support users in developing standardized reporting across the advertising business

Roku provides a range of products and services in the streaming television market, primarily targeting consumers in the U.S. and Mexico. Their offerings include Roku-branded TVs, streaming players, audio equipment, and a Smart Home system, all powered by a specialized operating system that enhances the home theater experience. Roku also creates original content through its Roku Originals brand, which is available on The Roku Channel, a free streaming service that reaches around 80 million households. Unlike many competitors, Roku's business model combines hardware sales with advertising revenue and content distribution, allowing them to generate income from both product sales and ad-supported streaming services. The company's goal is to deliver an accessible and enjoyable streaming experience for users while expanding their content offerings.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$298.2M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from firms like Kessler Investment Group and Vestmark Advisory Solutions indicate strong market confidence in Roku's growth potential.
  • The launch of the NBA FAST channel and the partnership with WWE for exclusive content can attract a broader audience and increase user engagement.
  • Roku's proactive security measures, including two-factor authentication, enhance user trust and platform reliability.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breaches affecting nearly 600,000 accounts could damage Roku's reputation and erode user trust.
  • The competitive landscape of streaming services is intense, with giants like Amazon and Netflix potentially overshadowing Roku's market share.

What makes Roku unique

  • Roku's integration with The Trade Desk offers advertisers a unique biddable private marketplace, setting it apart from other streaming platforms.
  • The partnership with Kroger for a shopper data program enhances the precision and measurability of online TV advertising, a feature not commonly found in competitors.
  • Roku's development of Pro Series 4K TVs with Dolby Atmos speakers and mini LED backlighting showcases its commitment to high-quality hardware innovation.

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Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Medical, wellness, and financial benefits

Free snacks and access to fitness center at headquarters

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