Lightspeed DMS · 9 hours ago
Sr Analyst, FP&A
South Jordan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expLightspeed is a leading provider of cloud-based software for dealerships and OEMs, focusing on optimizing business operations in various industries. The Senior Analyst, FP&A, will manage operating expenses, support headcount planning, and deliver insights into company performance, partnering with functional leaders for strategic decision-making.
Information TechnologyManagement ConsultingOperating SystemsRecreational VehiclesSalesSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze departmental operating expenses to ensure budget adherence
Partner with budget owners to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve spend efficiency
Develop and maintain spend tracking tools and dashboards
Support workforce planning, including hiring forecasts, attrition modeling, and labor cost analysis
Collaborate with HR and department leads to align headcount plans with strategic goals
Maintain headcount models and provide insights on organizational structure and capacity
Lead the operating expense and headcount components of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts
Maintain and enhance planning processes and tools to improve accuracy and scalability
Ensure alignment between financial forecasts and operational plans
Serve as a trusted advisor to department leaders, providing financial guidance and performance insights
Collaborate cross-functionally aligning financial insights with operational execution
Lead cross-functional financial analyses to support strategic initiatives
Build dynamic models to evaluate business scenarios, investment opportunities, and long-range planning
Qualification
Required
3-5 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, management consulting, or strategic finance, ideally in a SaaS or high-growth tech environment
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills; fluency in Excel and financial systems (Anaplan, NetSuite, and PowerBI)
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, NRR, CAC, LTV, churn, etc.) and 3-statement financial modeling
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA a plus
A mindset of efficiency and scalability - able to design and implement robust financial processes and systems
Prioritization, proactive problem-solving, and a bias for action are essential to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Strong Business Partnership Skills – collaborative, trustworthy, and able to build strong relationships with operational leaders
Strategic Influence - able to translate financial insights into strategic decisions and align stakeholders
Exceptional Communication Skills - able to simplify complex financial concepts and craft clear narratives that provide commentary on performance and strategy
Company
Lightspeed DMS
THE DEALERSHIP MANAGEMENT SOLUTION FOR HARD‑WORKING DEALERSHIPS For nearly 40 years, Lightspeed has collaborated with dealerships, creating industry-specific software solutions to streamline the way you work.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anthony Bastone, M.B.A.
Chief Financial Officer
Joe Battle
Global Talent Partner
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