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Status: Open

Excerpt: Own and drive the full spectrum of financial planning and analysis activities at Hex.

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About the role

As the Head of FP&A, you will be a key driver behind our financial performance, overseeing the entire P&L, focusing on critical business metrics, and strategically connecting investment decisions to Hex’s long-term value. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to own the full spectrum of FP&A activities, including financial planning, forecast accuracy, performance management, business reporting, resource allocation and financial systems.

What you’ll do

Strategic Finance, Planning and Forecasting

• Create detailed financial models to align targets and budgets with overall business strategy and objectives
• Own annual planning and LRP (Long Range Planning)
• Continuously refine financial forecasts to adapt to changing market conditions and business dynamics
• Implement cash flow forecasting to anticipate potential cash gaps and plan for capital needs

Financial Optimization and Risk Management

• Develop a framework for assessing the financial viability, operational tax, timeline and ROI of new projects, investment opportunities or initiatives
• Identify and assess financial risks that could impact the long-term value and recommend risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential challenges
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements

Performance Management

• Conduct in-depth analyses of KPIs to evaluate operational and financial performance, highlight business insights and drive action where needed
• Identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to guide strategic decisions

Financial Reporting, Data and Operations

• Generate accurate and timely financial reports for stakeholders, investors, and regulatory compliance, bringing clarity and cohesion to our growth narrative and investment thesis
• Establish and deliver increasing efficiency to our financial close and reforecast cycles
• Evaluate/implement/manage financial systems/tools/vendors to streamline workflows, improve accuracy and expedite processes

Team

• Lead and develop a world-class team of FP&A professionals
• Collaborate with other departments to align functional goals with overall business objectives and manage to those expectations

What you’ll bring

• 7+ years of deep finance expertise
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic financial plans aligned with organizational goals
• Proven track record of accurate forecasting, with the ability to identify trends and provide insightful analysis
• Ability to manage and control budgets effectively, identifying areas for cost optimization
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions
• Experience building and scaling highly effective FP&A teams
• Commitment to continuous improvement in financial operations
• Insatiable intellectual curiosity and penchant for action