FP&A Analyst / Business Partner

Nearmap; Lehi (UT); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nearmap, a leader in aerial imagery and geospatial analytics, seeks an FP&A Analyst / Business Partner to drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for US operations and technology teams. You will partner with senior leaders to translate data into actionable insights and support strategic decisions.

The role requires strong analytics, modeling, and Excel skills, with experience in SaaS or subscription businesses preferred.

Qualifications

• FP&A and Business Partner experience
• Strong stakeholder management with senior leaders
• Experience with Adaptive Insights and NetSuite is highly regarded
• SaaS or subscription business experience viewed favorably

Responsibilities

• Support and lead budgeting and forecasting for US-based Operations and Technology & Product leadership teams, including preparation and presentation of results
• Identify and track key operational metrics to measure leading indicators of performance
• Provide management reporting and monthly analysis with insights and trends
• Develop and maintain robust forecasting processes for real-time visibility of key metrics
• Own close of monthly segment ledgers and provide analytical insights into trends
• Coordinate with segment leadership and Director FP&A for month-end reviews
• Prepare US-based financial results focusing on variance to Budget and Forecast
• Prepare board papers and executive presentations with management insights
• Manage expense modeling (HC and non-HC) ensuring input/output accuracy
• Provide modeling support, insights and recommendations when required
• Support annual budgeting and quarterly forecast by updating model data
• Challenge business assumptions and validate corporate assumptions
• Drive reporting improvements through automation
• Implement data/process changes to meet exec and Board requirements
• Ensure compliance with local laws and company Code of Conduct

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modelling

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Presentation skills

Adaptability

Systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance

Tools

Adaptive Insights

NetSuite

Job description

Property intelligence is reshaping how the world understands the built environment, and Nearmap is driving that. We put powerful aerial imagery, AI-driven analytics, and geospatial tools into the hands of the people who plan, build, insure, and govern the places we all live and work. Our technology turns property uncertainty into decisive action, and our culture brings out the best in the people who build it.

We move fast, we care about craft, and we're proud of what we're building. If you're energized by turning hard problems into real-world impact, we'd love to meet you.

Job Description

Position location: This role is open to remote candidates located within the continental United States, with a strong preference for those based in the Pacific or Mountain time zones to support effective collaboration with team members across Australia and the US East Coast.

Reporting to the FP&A Director, the FP&A Analyst / Business Partner will support and lead key financial business partnering and financial reporting activities, serving as a Financial Business Partner to leadership and divisional teams. This role will provide leadership and business partners with timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights whilst ensuring the integrity and consistency of financial reporting.

The FP&A Analyst / Business Partner will be responsible for developing and maintaining financial models, supporting and coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes, managing timely month-end financial analysis, and providing analysis to support business and strategic decision-making. As a Financial Business Partner, the role will act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, translating financial data into clear recommendations and challenging assumptions to drive better commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Business Partnering

• Budgeting and Forecasting for the US-based Operations and Technology & Product leadership teams including preparation and presentation of results
• Identify and track key operational metrics to measure leading indicators of performance
• Monitor and provide management reporting and analysis on a monthly basis
• Create, implement and maintain a robust forecasting process to allow real time visibility of key metrics
• Own closure of the monthly segment ledgers within the set timeframe, and provide value-add analytical insight into key trends
• Facilitate review of month-end results with the segment leadership teams and the Director FP&A
• Assist in preparation of US-based financial results with a focus on variance to Budget and Forecast, and to a lesser extent Prior Year. Includes financial and non-financial data from multiple sources.
• Preparation of board papers and executive team presentations, providing quality management insight into factors influencing performance.
• Management of expense modeling (HC and non-HC) with a focus on ensuring accuracy of inputs and outputs
• Provision of modeling assistance, insights and recommendations where required.

Budgeting and Forecasting Process

• Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecast process by updating and inputting model data into system, ensuring accuracy of data, and manage corporate and statutory components of budgeting and forecasting process ((e.g. capitalisation, depreciation & amortization, finance costs, taxes, etc.)
• Challenge business assumptions, validate validity of corporate assumptions

Systems and Process Improvement

• Drive the development and enhancement of reporting, namely through the increased use of automated processes.
• Drive data process changes and related system changes to meet changing requirements from the executives and Board.

Compliance

• Comply with all local legislative requirements
• Adhere to company guidelines and the corporate Code of Conduct
• Maintain awareness of legislative requirements where appropriate
• Act ethically when dealing with company assets and other people

Qualifications

Experience

• Previous experience in an FP&A and Business Partner Manager role
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop and operationalize initiatives
• Experience with Adaptive Insights and NetSuite systems highly regarded
• SaaS or subscription business experience viewed favorably

Skills

• Strong data analysis, modelling and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to adapt to shifting business requirements and priorities
• Advanced Excel skills
• The ability to pick up new databases and systems quickly

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative approach combined with ability to work autonomously
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong emotional intelligence, positive, influential, and professional demeanor
• Takes initiative and thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all levels across the business

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance
• Professional qualification (CA or CPA) preferred