BigBear.ai · 1 day ago
Director of Business Analysis, Planning and Financial Operations
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expBigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions. They are seeking a Director of Business Analysis, Planning and Financial Operations to support strategic decision-making and enhance financial performance through collaboration and insightful analysis.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentInformation TechnologyMachine LearningNational SecurityService Industry
Responsibilities
Develop and lead the corporate financial planning process, including annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term strategic plans
Work closely with business units and functional leaders to align financial plans with overall corporate objectives
Provide timely and accurate financial reporting, analysis, and insights to support decision-making at the executive level (e.g., program level revenue reporting, utilization reporting, etc.)
Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance against strategic goals
Provide insight-driven FP&A capability and advice to help the CFO and CEO make informed decisions, supporting growth and preventing strategic or operational missteps
Partner with the CFO and other senior executives to bring a financial lens and forward-thinking perspective to key strategic and operational decisions
Collaborate with business unit leaders to evaluate and analyze investment opportunities, cost-saving initiatives, and operational efficiency improvements
Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modeling to support strategic decision-making
Support a culture defined by high-performance, accountability, collaboration, trust, shared success, and a focus on core metrics
Provide daily direction and high quality, hands-on leadership to achieve business results and identify and attack key issues and opportunities
Oversee the development and maintenance of sophisticated financial models to assess business performance, forecast future results, and support strategic initiatives
Lead annual and ad hoc government reporting requirements (e.g., provisional billing rates, incurred cost submissions, DCAA audits, etc.)
Support both Public and Private Sector teams in analysis and preparation of pricing models and structures for new and existing products and services
Assists in preparation of proposals as required for pricing analysis and sensitivities
Lead the Program Control team to collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, program managers, and senior leadership to ensure effective controls for program execution, accurate and predictable financial forecasting, and the overall health and success of our programs
Support due diligence team to gather, organize, and analyze relevant financial and operational data
Develop and maintain financial models to analyze the potential impact of M&A transactions on the company's financial performance
Evaluate financial statements, forecasts, and other relevant financial data to assess the viability of potential deals
Work closely with integration teams and budget owners to develop plans and timelines for merging operations, systems, and processes
Coordinate with various departments to ensure a seamless integration process post-acquisition
Analyze financial results and industry trends to provide insights to senior management
Prepare financial models, forecasts, and other analytical tools to support investor communication
Assess consensus forecasts to provide insight into company projections versus expectations
Prepare comprehensive Q&A document in preparation for Earnings Calls
Partner with various departments, including operations, sales, marketing, and HR, to gather information and insights for financial planning and analysis
Act as a financial advisor to department heads and support them in achieving financial targets
Starts with the numbers but brings a strategic and business perspective, has attention to detail, and is able to zoom out and zoom in to provide critical insights
Build and lead a high-performing FP&A team, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities
Foster a collaborative and results-oriented culture within the Finance function
Drive process improvements and the adoption of best practices within the Finance function
Stay abreast of industry trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes impacting the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
Proven experience (10+ years) in financial planning and analysis roles, with a track record of success in leadership positions
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, as well as experience with financial planning software
Knowledge of relevant accounting principles and regulatory requirements
A demonstrable track record in senior financial roles in the technology sector is ideal
Must work well under pressure with the ability to lead/delegate among competing priorities
Adapts and delivers results in new situations and when thrown a curve ball is resourceful, resilient, and persistent
Proactive and independently identifies and attacks key issues with speed and confidence and collaborates on solutions
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team
Preferred
MBA, and/or CPA or advanced degree preferred
Understanding of the government contracting industry
Experience with services revenue recognition and SaaS/subscription-based (recurring) revenue models
Company
BigBear.ai
BigBear.ai's mission is to deliver clarity for the world's most complex decisions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$225M2023-01-17Post Ipo Equity· $25M
2021-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2021-12-08IPO
Leadership Team
Sean Ricker
Chief Financial Officer
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