Director of FP&A

***Eastern, Central or Mountain Time Zone Candidates Only***

Who we are

Datassential is a global food and beverage intelligence platform. By embracing billions of data points and AI, we offer a suite of innovative solutions that empower over 90% of the largest global brands in the food & beverage ecosystem to more effectively develop, market, and sell their products.

Datassential, headquartered in Chicago, USA, has gained momentum in global markets through its acquisition of CHD Expert (HQ: France) in 2022. Datassential is now backed by New Mountain Capital and Endicott Capital, top tier PE firms. This significant milestone in our company’s journey enables us to accelerate our product roadmap and enhance our R&D efforts to deliver even more value-added features and solutions for our clients. 

We are a remote-first company with opportunities for in-person team and company-based events. Our global team celebrates diverse backgrounds and new perspectives while cultivating expertise in all things food and beverage. Food brings people together, and there's room for everyone at Datassential's table.

Who you are

• Growth Driven: You are a self-starter who is seeking an opportunity to drive personal career advancement, gaining exposure with the Board of Directors and financial sponsors, as a trusted financial expert for the organization.
• Financial Expert: You possess deep expertise in FP&A, budgeting, financial modeling and analytics, with a track record of driving financial performance.
• Adaptable: You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can manage multiple priorities with ease.

What you will do:

• Be the functional leader role who will lead the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) process for the global organization, including financial modeling and analysis, annual budgeting, and long-term financial planning.
• Support M&A activities, including financial due diligence and integration planning.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop financial strategies and drive strategic initiatives related to M&A, revenue operations, and go-to-market strategy.
• Prepare analytics and reporting for internal stakeholders, providing insights to drive business performance and decision-making.
• Prepare and manage reporting to lenders and financial sponsors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive finance experience, with 2+ years of experience in a Private Equity sponsored company with direct reporting into executive leadership and Board-level/Sponsor-level reporting.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a proven track record in financial modeling and strategic analysis; experience with M&A preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial software and systems; experience with Salesforce and Sage Intacct preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including a no cost employee-only plan
• 401K with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
• Unlimited PTO, recharge days, and Christmas through New Year break
• Remote Stipend (non-Chicago residents)
• Wellness Reimbursement or HQ Gym access

Our Table Welcomes All. We embrace diversity of both background and thought and foster an inclusive environment that extends an open landscape of opportunities to everyone. We invite each of us to simply be ourselves. We operate with respect and without judgment, celebrating both the power of the individual as well as our shared humanity.

The pay range for this role is $150,000- $170,000/ year. Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

Datassential is an E-Verify employer.

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