PowerSchool · 3 days ago
Senior Finance Manager (Dallas)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $172K/yr
7+ years expPowerSchool is a global leader in cloud-based software for K-12 education, dedicated to powering personalized education for students. They are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial operations for the Professional Services organization, ensuring financial discipline and operational efficiency while supporting strategic growth.
Responsibilities
Own full P&L forecasting and budgeting for the $100M+ Professional Services organization, including revenue, margin, and operating expenses
Develop and maintain driver-based models for revenue recognition, backlog conversion, labor utilization, and billable capacity planning
Partner with Accounting and RevOps to ensure revenue is forecasted and recognized in compliance with ASC 606 and company policy
Lead monthly forecasting and quarterly close processes, including variance analysis and management reporting. Drive consistency in deal execution through frameworks, playbooks, and approval governance that promote speed without compromising compliance or financial standards
Serve as the primary finance partner to the SVP of Professional Services and their leadership team
Provide actionable insights on delivery efficiency, staffing models, margin improvement, and backlog health
Support long-term planning and growth strategies, including pricing, partner models, and new service offerings
Collaborate with GTM Finance, Product Finance, and Corporate FP&A to align PS performance with company-wide financial goals
Enhance visibility and predictability of PS performance through dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting
Partner with HR and Professional Services Ops to model headcount, utilization, and productivity, ensuring alignment between bookings, delivery capacity, and revenue targets
Drive continuous improvement in forecasting methodologies, process automation, and data accuracy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA a plus)
7–10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, ideally in SaaS or Professional Services environments
Strong understanding of SaaS metrics, services margin analysis, and project-based revenue models
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills; proficiency with Excel, Adaptive Planning, and Salesforce
Proven ability to partner with senior business leaders, influence decisions, and communicate complex information clearly
Experience with Salesforce, CPQ tools, and financial modeling in Excel or BI platforms
Ability to be organized, strategically focused, and detail oriented is essential
Preferred
Experience managing or mentoring analysts preferred
Familiarity with public-sector procurement or K-12 funding processes are a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Comprehensive 401(k) plan
Generous Parental Leave
Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)
Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage
Company
PowerSchool
PowerSchool is a leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Hardeep Gulati
Chief Executive Officer
Rajendra (Rajen) Datta
Chief of Staff to CEO
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