Joblaze summary

The FP&A Manager at Sila Nanotechnologies plays a crucial role in enhancing financial performance by leading budgeting and forecasting processes while collaborating with various business units. This position requires strong financial modeling skills and proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI, alongside a solid background in FP&A, ideally within a manufacturing context. The role is suited for an experienced finance professional who excels in communication and project management, and is ready to mentor junior team members in a dynamic environment focused on clean energy innovation.

Joblaze insights

Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Sila Nanotechnologies's careers page October 25, 2026.
Salary band is in line with the typical range for Management roles (median ~$170,000).
Starts above 62% of 13 comparable senior management roles in United States that list Excel we track (median $153,000 across 12 companies). See Excel salary trends
Excel appears in 1.7% of 1004 comparable senior management roles in United States; Power BI appears in 0.2% of 1004 comparable senior management roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the FP&A Manager role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Alameda, CA.
What's the salary range?: Sila Nanotechnologies lists $169,000–$213,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 8 years of relevant experience for this FP&A Manager 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: Excel, G-Sheets, Power BI, SAGE X3, Tableau.
What seniority level is this role?: Sila Nanotechnologies targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this FP&A Manager role at Sila Nanotechnologies.

From the original posting

About Us

Who You Are

The FP&A Manager is a key leadership role responsible for driving financial excellence and providing strategic insights to guide business decision-making. You are a proactive problem-solver and a strategic thinker who can translate complex data into concrete, actionable recommendations. You will sit between senior leadership and the analyst team, partnering closely with business units to ensure alignment with corporate objectives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and possesses a proven track record of managing financial planning cycles while mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead the execution of annual budget and ongoing reforecasting cycles for the organization.
Proactively partner with business units and key stakeholders to provide financial leadership and build strong cross-functional relationships.
Conduct in-depth variance analysis (budget vs. actual), identify trends, and provide insightful commentary on financial performance to senior management.
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic planning and critical business decisions.
Prepare and summarize business results and financial reports for Quarterly Business reviews and executive leadership.
Identify and implement improvements to financial systems (such as SAGE X3) and processes to drive automation and efficiency.
Support the development of the FP&A team by mentoring finance members and driving cross-learning initiatives.
Support system enhancement projects and special portfolio analysis as required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. MBA or MS in Finance is highly preferred.
8+ years of relevant work experience in FP&A, including experience with business partnerships. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Exceptional financial modeling skills; proficiency in Excel, G-Sheets, and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., SAGE X3) and database systems.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.

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 $169,000 and $213,000 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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FP&A Manager