[Remote] Manager, Operating FP&A

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AssetWatch is a remote-first company dedicated to enhancing manufacturing uptime through innovative condition monitoring solutions. The Manager of Operating FP&A will play a vital role in shaping the company’s financial strategy by partnering with department leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and expense management to drive strategic decisions and improve financial performance. Responsibilities • Own the budgeting and forecasting partnership with ~30 department leads • Lead department budget reviews, input collection, and forecast accountability • Partner with budget owners on headcount, vendors, and expense tradeoffs • Build department-level variance analysis and actionable budget-owner commentary • Drive AOP and quarterly reforecast inputs across business functions • Own department-level expense forecasting and operating spend visibility • Identify risks and opportunities in spend, hiring, service capacity, and margins • Partner with RevOps to develop the company’s revenue forecast • Partner with Corporate FP&A to ensure business inputs flow accurately into the consolidated forecast • Help improve planning templates, reporting processes, and forecast discipline as the company scales • Prepare department-level financial reporting, variance analysis, and actionable commentary for budget owners and leadership • Analyze operating expenses, headcount, vendor spend, and cost trends to identify risks, opportunities, and forecast implications • Partner with business leaders to translate financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations • Support monthly close and reporting cycles by reviewing actuals, accruals, and expense classifications with Accounting • Build and maintain recurring reports, dashboards, and templates that improve budget visibility and accountability • Track key operating and financial KPIs related to spend, hiring, service capacity, margin, and business performance • Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions, resource allocation, and special projects • Partner with Corporate FP&A to ensure department-level insights are reflected in consolidated reporting and forecasts • Improve reporting processes through better data validation, automation, and scalable planning tools • Prepare clear, executive-ready summaries for department leaders, management reviews, and planning discussions Skills • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field • 4+ years of FP&A, strategic finance, corporate finance, or business finance experience, preferably in SaaS, technology, or a high-growth environment • Experience partnering directly with budget owners on budgeting, forecasting, and expense management • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and data visualization techniques • Expertise in Salesforce and CRM systems, with the ability to extract, analyze, and manipulate data for reporting purposes • Experience with NetSuite or similar accounting systems • Deep understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, budget-vs-actual analysis, operating expense forecasting, and SaaS metrics • Ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights, actionable strategies, and executive ready commentary • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders • High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to manage multiple projects • Resilient & Fearless: You embrace challenges head-on, move with urgency, and celebrate wins while supporting those around you • Strategic & Analytical: You have a data-driven mindset and use insights to drive better decisions • Collaborative & Transparent: You thrive in a team environment, communicate openly, and value diverse perspectives to drive the best outcomes • MBA or master's degree is a plus • Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar) is a plus Benefits • Competitive compensation package including share options • Flexible work schedule • Full benefits and 401K • Opportunity to make a real impact every day • Opportunity to work with an exciting and growing team • Unlimited PTO • Competitive compensation package including stock options • Flexible work schedule • Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan match • Opportunity to make a real impact every day • Work with a dynamic and growing team • Unlimited PTO Company Overview • Manufacturing facilities face common challenges including stressed equipment, unplanned downtime, and strained personnel. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.assetwatch.com/.