FP&A Lead

HeadQuarters is a global start-up that partners with US cannabis companies to provide support in finance, sales operations, and logistics. We are currently seeking an FP&A Lead to join our growing finance team.

Position Overview:

The FP&A Lead is a critical leadership position within the client-facing finance department, responsible for overseeing both financial planning and analysis (FP&A) on behalf of our clients. This role combines strategic financial planning with tactical accounting expertise, ensuring accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and effective budgeting/forecasting.

The FP&ALead will collaborate with senior leadership to provide actionable insights and lead a client facing team to ensure accurate financial data.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
• Prepare detailed financial models and projections to evaluate business performance.. 
• Perform variance analysis, identifying key drivers of financial performance and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis.
• Support leadership in strategic decision-making by providing financial insights on cost management, profitability, and ROI of key initiatives.
2. Accounting & Financial Reporting:
• Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records.
3. Internal Controls & Compliance:
• Lead efforts to maintain and improve internal controls over financial reporting to safeguard our client’s assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Monitor compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) requirements and other relevant financial reporting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and enhance operational efficiency while maintaining financial integrity.
4. Team Leadership & Development:
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting and finance professionals, providing guidance on technical accounting issues, FP&A functions, and career development.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and growth.
5. Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
• Lead cash flow forecasting and liquidity management, ensuring that the company maintains sufficient working capital for operations and growth.
• Monitor cash balances and working capital trends, identifying potential cash flow issues and recommending solutions.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance and accounting, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong background in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Extensive experience in financial reporting, general ledger management, and accounting operations.
• Previous experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and FP&A tools (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights).
• Experience in leading audits and managing compliance with financial regulations (e.g., SOX, GAAP).
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting standards, and FP&A best practices.
• Proven ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and manage a team effectively.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, complex formulas) and familiarity with ERP and financial reporting systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to drive process improvements.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Fully remote position
• Internal Learning and Development Advisor / Consultant to support your growth
• Salary increase opportunities based on performance
• Opportunities for professional growth; working with the largest companies in the expanding cannabis industry ($10M+ monthly revenues).
  
  
  Looking forward to meeting you!