Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

The Company

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

Overview

Cypress Creek Renewables is looking to hire a Manager of FP&A. This position’s primary responsibilities include forecasting and reporting versus both the financial statements and cash forecast including analysis to the management team and helping to improve the organization's internal and external reporting framework process. This role will be based at our office in Santa Monica, CA.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis across departments
• Self-sufficiency and problem solving ability to figure out where to gather financial data and effectively communicate results/bigger picture
• Strong project management skills with an ability to manage multiple, concurrent projects in order to meet aggressive deadlines
• Experience with collaboration and consensus building across functions
• Desire to proactively engage with business partners to identify opportunities for business process improvements and cost savings
• Learning agility, intellectual curiosity and adaptability in a growing work environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Report consolidated financial statements and analysis to the management team
• Assist in the improvement of the internal and external reporting framework by performing ongoing analysis of processes and providing recommended solutions for business process issues (etc. modeling, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting process)
• Assist in the preparation and building of business review presentations for management, the annual budget and board support documents for internal and external publication
• Report actuals vs. budget and forecasts, prepare detailed variance explanations, meet with budget owners to review results, identify corrective actions needed (coding, budget classifications, accruals, or other issues), etc. on a monthly basis
• Develop and provide commentary and visibility into financial performance and key business drivers in order to provide business insights to management
• Assist in reporting and forecasting key performance indicators using historical and statistical methods
• Assist in the development of operating dashboards (KPIs/balanced scorecard)
• Perform specialized financial and cost analysis and prepare related reports
• Identify risks and opportunities to management and recommend strategies to achieve company financial goals
• Manage and own corporate financial model
• Manage/ support ad-hoc reporting needs as requested from internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience. Major in Finance or Accounting required.
• FP&A and general accounting experience minimum of 3 years, including financial modeling, accruals vs cash, GAAP, financial statements reporting, consolidations, variance analysis, data analysis, forecasting and budgeting
• Investment banking or consulting experience is a plus
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Extremely high level of proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint is required
• Strong knowledge of financial systems (Intacct, Oracle or Host)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated team player with strong ability to interact with all levels of management
• Experience with the implementation /administration of budgeting software a plus
• Ability to work flexible hours as required
• Good organizational skills and able to handle a high work volume
• Ability to get along with others, be punctual, and follow instructions
• Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables

Location: Position will be based out of our Santa Monica office and will be on a hybrid in-office schedule

Compensation: The salary range for the position is $110,000-$150,000 plus bonus and benefits. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Benefits:

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement
• Company Swag

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.