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FP&A Director - Product & Software Development

Company Description


QAD is building a world-class SaaS company, and we are growing. We are looking for talented individuals who want to join us on our mission to help solve relevant real-world problems in manufacturing and the supply chain.

We are a virtual first company and your primary work experience will be virtual / working from your home. Occasional travel to a physical office may be required to enhance working relationships, collaboration, design, strategy and alignment.


Job Description


The FP&A Director - Product & Software Development will work closely with our Product Management, Marketing and Engineering teams, playing a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making, P&L management, Subscription COR and margin management, financial planning, and performance analysis. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining P&Ls for each product family, creating financial models and analyses which identify go to market return on investment by product, calculating and tracking key metrics and collaborating with the Product Management, Marketing and Engineering teams, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, providing regular financial reports and insights, participating in the evaluation of new product/feature proposals and Product Management, Marketing and Engineering initiatives, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, and building strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.

This is a fully remote position in the U.S.

What you’ll do:

  • Develop and maintain P&Ls for each product family which includes tracking costs associated with each step of the product life cycle and go to market return on investment.
    • P&Ls should include supporting analyses and key metrics which provide visibility into go to market return on investment, subscription margins and costs to maintain a market competitive product from an R&D perspective.
  • Create financial models and analyses to support the product management, marketing and engineering teams, including cost and revenue projections, return on investment (ROI) calculations and product pricing strategies.

  • Support the budgeting and forecasting process, set financial targets and monitor performance against those targets for Product Management, Marketing, Engineering and Subscription COR.

  • Collaborate with the Product Management, Marketing and Engineering teams to ensure alignment between processes, adhering to financial targets, tracking hidden costs and identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost savings

  • Provide regular financial reports and insights to the Product Management, Marketing and R&D teams, including leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities

  • Participate in the evaluation of new product/feature proposals and R&D initiatives, analyzing potential financial impact, and providing recommendations to support decision-making

  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization to foster collaboration and information sharing

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, maintaining accurate records and documentation.

  • Complete ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed


Qualifications


What you’ll need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master's degree preferred
  • 10+ years of relevant work experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Business partnering experience, preferably in a software development or technology focused environment
  • Experience in financial modeling and analysis, with a strong understanding of P&L management, cost accounting, and financial planning
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify and solve complex financial problems
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders
  • Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements
  • Must be proficient in MS Excel and Google Sheets. ERP systems, Salesforce, Big Query, MS Access, Adaptive experience a plus
  • If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for financial analysis and a track record of supporting business growth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Additional Information
  • Your health and well being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation.
  • Collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done.
  • An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy.
  • Compensation packages based on experience and desired skill set

Compensation Package:

  • Base pay range: $145,000 - $170,000 USD Annual (12 Months)
  • Placement within our pay range will vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and market location variations as well as internal peer equity
  • This position is also eligible for an annual company performance bonus
  • U.S. benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid-time off, parental leave, and well-being programs

About QAD:
QAD Inc. is a leading provider of adaptive, cloud-based enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies. Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by technology-driven innovation and changing consumer preferences. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be able to innovate and change business models at unprecedented rates of speed. QAD calls these companies Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises. QAD solutions help customers in the automotive, life sciences, packaging, consumer products, food and beverage, high tech and industrial manufacturing industries rapidly adapt to change and innovate for competitive advantage.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by factors that include technology-driven innovation, changing consumer preferences, and economic, geopolitical and societal events. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be ...

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June 10, 2023

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