DAT Freight & Analytics · 11 hours ago
Principal FP&A Business Partner
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$146K/yr - $185K/yr
7+ years expDAT Freight & Analytics is a leading technology company in transportation and logistics, dedicated to optimizing freight movement through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Principal FP&A Business Partner to join their Finance team, focusing on building financial models, partnering with various departments, and providing data-driven insights to support strategic initiatives.
LogisticsTransportation
Responsibilities
Build and maintain robust SaaS financial models that capture key drivers of bookings, ARR/MRR, retention/churn, CAC, LTV, margins, and sales productivity
Translate ambiguous opportunities (new markets, products, pricing, or GTM strategies) into structured financial frameworks with clear assumptions and sensitivities
Leverage market sizing, unit economics analysis, and scenario modeling to evaluate strategic initiatives
Partner with leaders across Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to evaluate performance, identify execution gaps, and recommend solutions that drive improved outcomes
Proactively dig into business results to uncover drivers behind variances, inefficiencies, and underperformance, while establishing business accountability across critical operational functions
Serve as a trusted partner and thought leader who influences decision-making through rigorous analysis and clear communication
Support monthly close and reporting cycles, producing variance analysis, KPI tracking, and trend insights
Develop executive-ready presentations for senior leadership and Board meetings
Champion continuous improvement in forecasting, reporting, and analytics processes to increase scalability and impact
Qualification
Required
7–12 years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or related operational finance roles; SaaS / recurring revenue business experience preferred with knowledge of usage-based pricing tactics and operational metrics
Demonstrated ability to bridge finance and operations — digging into execution details, uncovering root causes, and driving actionable insights
Strong understanding of AI tools and methodologies, with the ability to leverage AI for financial modeling, data analysis, process improvement, and decision support
Advanced financial modeling expertise, including market sizing, unit economics, and scenario planning under uncertainty
Strong proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets and FP&A platforms (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive, Planful); SQL or BI tool proficiency strongly preferred
Track record of intellectual curiosity, strong business judgment, and ability to challenge the status quo to drive improvement
Exceptional influencing and communication skills — capable of simplifying complex analysis for senior leadership and functional partners
Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, high-growth environments with shifting priorities
Preferred
SaaS / recurring revenue business experience preferred with knowledge of usage-based pricing tactics and operational metrics
SQL or BI tool proficiency strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance
Parental Leave
Up to 20 days of paid time off starting in year one
An additional 10 holidays of paid time off per calendar year
401k matching (immediately vested)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Short- and Long-term disability sick leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Additional programs - Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
Free TriMet transit pass (Beaverton Office)
Competitive salary and benefits package
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Employee Resource Groups
Company
DAT Freight & Analytics
DAT Freight & Analytics maintains a market for truckload freight.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeff Clementz
President and CEO
Tony Salazar
Chief Financial and Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-23
2026-01-22
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