Senior Manager, Financial Business Partner- Services

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Mirantis is the industry leader in OpenStack with more customers in production than any other OpenStack company. Our customers include iconic brands like AT&T, Comcast, Shenzhen Stock Exchange, eBay, Wells Fargo Bank and Volkswagen. Open source projects are in our DNA with Mirantis being the number one contributor to OpenStack and a top three contributor to Ceph. Additionally, Mirantis places significant value on building communities around open source projects evidenced by our Platinum sponsorship of OpenStack, involvement with the OpenStack Foundation Board, and our own online and in person events used to educate end users about all things OpenStack. Mirantis, Inc. is looking for a Senior Manager, Financial Business Partner – Services. You will be the finance point of contact working closely with the Services department while providing strategic analyses and recommendations to help drive the business. You will provide variance analysis of bookings, revenues and expenses, clearly explaining the business reasons for variances and owning the financial forecast to reflect operational adjustments. The Services organization has an annual revenue of $ 45M and 200 employees. You will be reporting to the Director of FP&A with a strong dotted line to the GM, EVP of Services.ResponsibilitiesBe key business partner to the Services department to provide strategic financial insights and recommendationsComplex financial modeling development / improvement / maintenanceMonitor key performance metrics relevant to the Services department and provide insights into drivers of bookings, revenue, and expenses, as well as risks and opportunitiesEstablish regular cadence with business partners for monthly budget vs actual analysis, headcount reporting, monthly and quarterly expense forecast updates, annual planning, and special projectsMonitor the project administration and track project margins versus budget.Be involved in the hiring process and keep track of headcountReporting of travel and entertainment expenses at the account level and monitor accurate billingWork with the Services department to lead ad hoc analyses to address the business’ needsLead the development and implementation of tools, systems and processes to support the successful completion of timely and accurate forecastsAnalyze data, identify trends and associated action plans to drive improvements in the businessProvide ongoing communication and collaboration with departmental staff and management.Assist in identifying and implementing financial and operationally relevant Key Performance Indicators within the Services organizationProactively analyze the financial stability (profitability) of individual accounts (clients), identify drivers and make recommendationsDeliver account level P&L’s for each of our top level accountsEstablishing and maintain various reusable reporting templatesMaintain a working knowledge of current principles and methodologies in financial reporting; profit planning, cost accounting and profitability analysis best-practices as they apply to service organizations QualificationsBA/BS degree in business or related field required, MBA a plusPrevious experience as a business partner for a professional services organization is a mustAnalytical background working directly in an FP&A environmentExcellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, PowerPoint, outlook, and accessExcellent communication skills both verbal and writtenExcellent interpersonal skills.A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplaceExcels at operating in a fast pace and diverse environmentCollaborative work style and commitment to get the job doneAbility to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization.Ability to look at situations from several points of viewPersuasive with details and factsHigh comfort level working in a matrix environmentThe post Senior Manager, Financial Business Partner- Services appeared first on Mirantis | The Pure Play OpenStack Company.
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