Join Sila as an FP&A Analyst to provide financial leadership and support for strategic decision-making in a clean energy battery materials company.
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Joblaze summary
The FP&A Analyst at Sila Nanotechnologies plays a vital role in driving financial strategy and decision-making by partnering with business units to provide insights on budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. This position requires strong analytical skills and experience with financial modeling, as well as proficiency in data visualization tools to communicate complex financial information effectively. Ideal candidates will have 3-7 years of FP&A experience and a background in finance or accounting, making this role suitable for mid-level professionals looking to impact a clean energy mission.
Quick facts
- Is the FP&A Analyst role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Alameda, CA.
- What's the salary range?
- Sila Nanotechnologies lists $136,000–$172,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- 3–7 years of relevant experience for this FP&A Analyst role.
- Where is the role based?
- Sila Nanotechnologies is hiring for this position in Alameda, CA.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Power BI, SAGE X3, Tableau.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Sila Nanotechnologies targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this FP&A Analyst role at Sila Nanotechnologies.
From the original posting
About Us
Who You Are
The FP&A Business Partner plays a critical role in providing financial leadership and support to our business units. This role combines strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial planning and analysis, and a proactive approach to business partnering. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in driving strategic decision-making through financial insights.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Proactively partner with business units and key stakeholders to understand their financial needs and build strong relationships.
- Provide financial expertise and support in budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, translating complex data into actionable insights.
- Contribute to financial strategy development and implementation aligned with business objectives.
- Develop and implement data visualization for effective communication of financial information.
- Drive annual budgeting and ongoing reforecasting processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models for strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Conduct variance analysis, identify trends, and provide insightful commentary on financial performance.
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management.
- Assist in building and maintaining the Strategic Financial Model.
- Own and ensure the smooth operation of key financial systems (including: SAGE X3, inventory management system, etc.).
- Lead the implementation and integration of new financial systems, collaborating with relevant teams.
- Proactively identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes for efficiency and automation.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3-7 years of experience in an FP&A role, with a strong understanding of financial operations and processes.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing financial models, conducting analysis, and presenting financial information.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience with data analysis tools and techniques.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
- Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAGE X3) is a plus.
- CPA or MBA is a plus.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
- This role is onsite at the Alameda campus.
- Ability to move long distances between buildings and remain stationary for extended periods.
- Operate standard office equipment, including computers and laptops.
The starting base pay for this role is between $136,000 and $172,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-Onsite
Working at Sila
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