Senior Finance Business Partner @ Woven

Woven by Toyota is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. Our mission is to deliver safe, intelligent, human-centered mobility for all. Through our Arene mobility software platform, safety-first automated driving technology and Toyota Woven City — our test course for advanced mobility — we’re bringing greater freedom, safety and happiness to people and society.

Our unique global culture weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation and time-tested Japanese quality craftsmanship. We leverage these complementary strengths to amplify the capabilities of drivers, foster happiness, and elevate well-being.

The Finance Planning & Accounting team provides global support to business partners across the US, UK and Japan. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, leading the budget planning cycle, financial statements for each legal entity, budget consumption status, and financial reports (Plan vs Result, forecast) analysis. Additionally, the FP&A team works closely with the various business partners to build business projections (pricing model, cost structure) as well as to report financial results and provide insights into status of business deliverables to our executive team and our funders.

As a Finance Business Partner, you will report to the Global Head of Financial Planning & Analysis. You will work closely with the business unit to (1) create and own the financial operating model, (2) work with cross-functional leads to ensure operational execution within the budget, and (3) provide ongoing strategic advice for the business leads on matters such as headcount planning, cost management, pricing, and long-term profitability analysis. Additionally, this position will consolidate the Product and Technology teams to provide financial status with relation to the current progression of development. You may have direct reports within the global FP&A team.

The role requires both strong analytical and strong interpersonal skills. Success in this role will combine insights and understanding of financial results and the ability to communicate these insights to stakeholders to guide decision-making. Success in this role You will need to understand a business unit’s cost structure and be able to leverage finance to support operational decision making. You will be proactive & resourceful, comfortable in a rapidly changing multinational environment, willing to take on new challenges, and comfortable diving in, asking questions, and learning from others.

This role is local to our Palo Alto office on a hybrid basis (Mondays & Fridays Remote, Tuesdays through Thursdays in-office) and reports into our Global Head of FP&A.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the financial planning and analysis process for Woven by Toyota and its subsidiaries driving cross-functional alignment of finance processes and planning.
Prepare succinct and clear executive presentations that simplify complex topics, often with time-sensitive deadlines.
Develop and drive a proactive, collaborative partnership between regional and functional FP&A teams.
Review and validate business plans and business projections submitted by each business unit from a finance perspective.
Deliver forecast analytics and insights that result in a corporate perspective of the forecast/budget.
Actively seek opportunities to improve tools and processes.
Review monthly results, analyze the reasons for their variance, provide relevant commentary, update future forecasts, and report to stakeholders.
Work with both US and Japan business leaders to understand the long term business model, and create a long-term financial plan to use as basis for scenario analysis, capital allocation, and strategic business planning
Oversee execution of the annual budget, including communication to team leads, management of expense approvals, and preparation of reports, closely tracking all business activities that could have revenue or cost implications
Join key meetings with business units, for example metrics meetings, in order to better understand business model and key cost drivers
Collaborate with business development teams on pricing and detailed revenue build scenarios
Analyze financial performance and KPIs in order to provide business insights to business unit leaders and team leads
Partner effectively with other finance team members and non-finance functions to drive improved controls and process enhancements
Collaborate with finance teams in other regions to gather and consolidate data and streamline financial modeling & analysis
Help with ERP integration ensuring continuity of reporting and ability to extract necessary insights

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor/MBA in finance, accounting, or related field
5 to 7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, data analytics, modeling and financial advisory work with strong presentation skills
Prior experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, managerial accounting, or venture capital
Exceptional financial modeling skills in Excel with ability to use functions (vlookup, index match etc.) efficiently to create clean and easily traceable models and review existing models
Ability to synthesize information from disparate sources and present to executives via PowerPoint
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels and parts of the organization. Confidence to speak up, ask questions, track down answers and willingness to make recommendations.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail, and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment
Ability to make decisions, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines while maintaining highest standards for completeness and accuracy
Experience with Google suite including Google sheets, and 1 or more ERP systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in tech/software/automotive is a plus
In house finance experience at a growth-stage start-up and/or multinational company
Demonstrated ability to work cross culturally

$140,000- $230,000 a year

Your base salary is one part of your total compensation. We offer a base salary, short term and long term incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. The California pay scale for this full time position is $140,000- $230,000. The total compensation offered to an employee will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and level.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.

・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage

・A rewarding 401k program

・Flexible vacation policy

・Family planning and care benefits

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Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

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