Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Description: Director, FP&A

Brace your career – you’re going beyond the science quo with Spectrum. We’re the integrated marketing, communications and media agency that’s out of this world. We’re fiercely independent and 100% science-focused so we can go where other “science-light” agencies can’t or won’t. Together with superhuman strategy, atomic creative, intermedia magic, interwoven ingenuity and indomitable innovation we dream beyond the realm of the possible – and do it.

As the Director of FP&A at Spectrum Science, you will play a crucial role in driving internal & external financial reporting, financial strategy and decision-making processes. You will lead a team responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to support business growth and profitability. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and collaborates closely with other department heads and senior leadership.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning and Forecasting:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to support annual budgeting, long-term strategic planning, monthly sponsor and lender reporting needs, and rolling 13-week cash flow forecasting.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather inputs, assumptions, and forecasts for budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial data and trends to provide insights and recommendations to senior management for resource allocation and strategic decision-making.

2. Budget Management:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
• Implement cost control measures and efficiency improvements to optimize resource allocation and maximize profitability.

3. Financial Analysis and Reporting:

• Prepare regular financial reports and dashboards for senior management, providing visibility into key performance metrics and financial health.
• Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives, investment opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Interpret financial results, trends, and forecasts, highlighting areas of risk and opportunity for the organization.
• Prepare monthly Management Operating Review (MOR) packages for the private equity sponsor; as well as quarterly Board of Directors presentations.
• Manage lender reporting requirements, ensuring timely and accurate submission of financial information per the credit agreement.

4. Strategic Decision Support:

• Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate strategic initiatives, including new business opportunities, client engagements, and investments.
• Assess financial implications and risks associated with proposed strategies, providing insights to support decision-making.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, offering financial perspective and recommendations to drive business growth and profitability.

5. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):

• Evaluate new acquisition opportunities, conducting financial analysis and due diligence to assess strategic fit and financial viability.
• Support the M&A deal execution process, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful transactions.
• Provide financial expertise and insights to support negotiations, integration planning, and post-acquisition performance monitoring.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial due diligence or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving business results and continuous improvement.
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions, including financial analysis, due diligence, and deal execution.

The anticipated salary range for this position will be $160K-$185K. Salary is based on job-related factors such as: years of relevant experience, qualifications and/or certifications. Spectrum reserves the right to modify this pay range at any given time.

We want to ensure our employees are living their best (health and professional) life and offer a variety of benefits and perks which support our flexible work environment.

• All positions are remote friendly. At Spectrum, you choose where you work. We are a hybrid work environment with options to work in one of our three offices (D.C., New York, and Chicago or remotely from anywhere in the United States, or a combination.
• If you choose to go into an office, take advantage of the pre-tax transportation benefits.
• If you choose to work from home, use the office equipment stipend.
• No matter where you work, you’ll benefit from the monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• Flexible time off. Take the time you need in addition to company holidays, voting time, jury duty and bereavement. We also offer a Sabbatical Program after 7 years of service.
• 13 weeks paid Parental Leave, inclusive of adoption and foster care placement.
• Continuous learning and development through Greatest Potential Self (proprietary talent program), Gallup CliftonStrengths Coaching, Rembrandt Development, and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Bring your friends to work at Spectrum and earn a generous referral bonus.
• Virtual concierge services to ensure your time can be spent in the most meaningful ways.
• Medical concierge service to assist with scheduling appointments, finding care, estimating and resolving claim issues, etc.
• Thorough onboarding including accessible conversations with leadership.
• 401k with company match and 1:1 Financial Coaching and Education.
• Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, as well as science-backed meditation and mindfulness tools through Headspace & Ginger.

Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Spectrum is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Careers@spectrumscience.com