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MotherDuck · 3 weeks ago

FP&A Lead

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $195K/yr

6+ years exp

MotherDuck is a company on a mission to make data warehousing fun and efficient for developers and data practitioners. They are seeking an FP&A Lead to own the financial planning and analysis cycle, providing insights that drive strategic decision-making and resource allocation.

AnalyticsDatabaseMachine LearningSoftware

Responsibilities

Own the full FP&A cycle including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and board reporting—building frameworks that fit our unique business

Find creative ways to analyze our business without defaulting to traditional SaaS metrics if they don't tell the full story

Deliver insightful analysis that goes beyond the numbers—help leadership understand the 'why' behind performance and what it means for decision-making

Build models and processes that accommodate rapid change while maintaining analytical rigor

Partner closely with leadership on strategic planning, resource allocation, and investment decisions

Own the monthly/quarterly financial review process and board materials

Build and maintain financial models that forecast revenue, expenses, cash flow, and key metrics

Drive the annual planning process and quarterly re-forecasting cycles

Analyze unit economics, customer cohorts, and operational metrics to inform strategy

Support fundraising efforts with investor materials and scenario modeling

Collaborate with GTM, Engineering, and Product teams to understand drivers and optimize performance

Implement and optimize FP&A tools and dashboards to enable self-service analytics

Qualification

FP&A experienceFinancial modelingSQLSaaS metricsBI toolsCommunicatorStartup DNAAnalytical capabilitiesExcel/Google Sheets mastery

Required

6+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 2 years at a high-growth startup (SaaS preferred)

Strong financial modeling skills and deep analytical capabilities

Experience building bottoms-up forecasts and top-down strategic plans

Comfort working with ambiguous, messy data and creating structure from chaos

Technical proficiency: Excel/Google Sheets mastery, SQL, experience with BI tools (Omni, etc.)

Understanding of SaaS metrics (ARR, CAC, LTV, burn multiple, etc.)

A bias for action, comfort rolling up your sleeves, and ability to move fast without sacrificing quality

Strong communicator who can tell stories with data and influence without authority

Startup DNA: scrappy, resourceful, and energized by building something from scratch

Benefits

Feather-ruffling compensation – competitive salary and stock options so you have a stake in our flock’s success.

Top-notch healthcare coverage – 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees, plus 85% coverage for dependents (because we care about your whole nest).

Flexible PTO – take the time you need to recharge, explore, or just have a lazy day by the pond.

401k plan – because even ducks need to plan for the future.

Legendary company events – we bring the whole flock together twice a year for unforgettable summits in fun locations, plus 1-2 team gatherings a year to keep our bonds strong.

Hybrid work environment – Spend three days a week in the office collaborating with the flock, and work from wherever you’re most productive the rest of the time—whether that’s your home office, a coffee shop, or a peaceful lakeside retreat.