Finance Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis Remote (United States)

AbsenceSoft; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 142,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first policy

Equity opportunities

Performance bonus

Flexible time off

Learning resources

Job summary

AbsenceSoft is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning in a fast-moving SaaS setting.

You will mentor the FP&A team, partner with Sales and Marketing on ARR forecasts, and deliver insights to executives and the CFO. This remote-friendly role emphasizes collaboration and data-driven decision-making across the company.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive finance experience.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role in a SaaS or similar environment.
• Strong FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Mentor FP&A team and align with organizational goals and professional growth.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to executives and the board, with direct CFO reporting.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to forecast ARR and collaborate on performance insights and variance analysis.
• Develop and enhance financial models to evaluate business scenarios, initiatives, investments, and partnerships.
• Drive process improvements and automation to increase efficiency in financial reporting and month/quarter-end close with Accounting.
• Support compliance and security controls within a highly regulated environment.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder Influence

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Cube

Pigment

NetSuite

Job description

At AbsenceSoft, we’re transforming the employee experience. Our secure, intuitive technology helps employers bring humanity, certainty, and efficiency to some of the most complex moments in the workplace. Built by HR professionals for HR professionals, we’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited about where we’re going.

We're looking for a strategic financial leader to join our team as Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis. In this role, you'll be at the heart of how AbsenceSoft plans for the future – partnering with executive leaders, driving smarter forecasting, and translating financial data into insights that shape our growth. If you're a collaborative, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment, we'd love to meet you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering alignment with organizational goals and professional growth.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support executive and board-level decision-making, including direct reporting to the CFO.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to forecast ARR, and collaborate with department leaders on performance insights and variance analysis.
• Develop and enhance financial models to evaluate business scenarios, strategic initiatives, investments, and partnerships.
• Drive process improvements and automation to increase efficiency in financial reporting, while supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes with Accounting.
• Participate in a highly compliant environment and assist in maintaining company security and compliance controls
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role, and experience within a relevant SaaS enterprise environment.
• Strong background in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, with advanced Excel skills.
• If local - an enthusiasm for a hybrid work environment, with approximately 2 days per week of in-office presence in our downtown Denver location. If fully remote, an ability to manage efficient operations in a remote work environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• High attention to detail, strong business acumen, and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial systems such as Cube, Pigment, and NetSuite.

At AbsenceSoft, we LEAD with our values:

• Lead with Innovation - We create meaningful change through intelligence, focus and passion. We embrace curiosity, data, and insight to shape the future of our industry. Always innovating, learning and evolving.
• Elevate Every Voice - Every perspective matters. We listen, learn, and build a culture where diversity of thought and experience drives better solutions and smarter decisions.
• Achieve Together - The customer fuels everything we do. We share knowledge, collaborate, celebrate wins, and face challenges as one team because success is always a collective achievement.
• Drive Outcome - Every action we take delivers measurable value to our teams, our customers, and the employees they support. Accountability is non-negotiable. We honor our commitments, take responsibility for results, and see every success and setback as a chance to grow stronger.

We offer:

• Impact that matters. You’ll do work that shapes the future of the modern workplace
• Flexibility and trust. We’re remote-first and results driven. You’ll have the freedom and flexibility to do your best work, wherever you do it best.
• Growth and development. We believe the best work happens when people are growing. You’ll have access to learning resources, leadership programs, and real opportunities to take on new challenges and expand your impact.
• Competitive rewards. We offer comprehensive benefits, a performance-based bonus program, and equity opportunities – because when we grow, you should too.
• Time for life. Recharge and reconnect with flexible time off, paid holidays, and flexible leave programs designed to support every season of life.
• Belonging and balance. We’re building an inclusive culture where every voice is valued, collaboration is celebrated, and success is shared.

We’re committed to building a team as diverse as the customers we serve.

Final compensation is determined based on a candidate's relevant experience, skills, education, and geographic location. This position is also eligible for annual bonus.

The pay range for this role is:

142,400 - 178,000 USD per year (US National)