FP&A Manager: Nonprofit Finance & Strategy (Hybrid)

Addgene USA; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare premiums

PTO 22 days

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Addgene, a nonprofit life sciences organization, seeks an FP&A Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The role partners with executives to turn data into actionable insights, building models in NetSuite and Excel, and delivering clear narrative reports for leadership and the Board.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in FP&A, strong GAAP knowledge, and advanced Excel skills, with nonprofit experience as a bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a comparable analytical role.
• Demonstrated ability to use NetSuite for reporting, saved searches, and financial data analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Cost Accounting.
• Proficient in Google Slides and/or PowerPoint presentations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of the annual operating budget and periodic re-forecasts, partnering with department managers to develop assumptions and track performance against plan.
• Produce timely monthly and quarterly management reporting, including budget-versus-actual analysis, variance commentary, and key performance indicators.
• Build, maintain, and improve financial models to support scenario planning, cash flow forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Leverage NetSuite to extract financial data, build and maintain saved searches and reports, reconcile results, and support month-end close and reporting processes.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure the general ledger, chart of accounts, and departmental structure support accurate and meaningful reporting.
• Analyze revenue, expense, and program trends to identify risks, opportunities, and efficiencies, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors and Audit Committee meetings.
• Support grant, program, and capital budgeting and reporting as needed for a nonprofit environment.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and reporting through automation and better use of systems, including NetSuite and connected planning tools.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for Finance leadership, department heads, and, as needed, the leadership team and Board.
• Provide financial information to outside auditors and tax advisors.

Skills

NetSuite reporting

Advanced Excel

US GAAP

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Communication

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business

Tools

NetSuite

NSPB

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

TITLE	Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE	The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is a key member of Addgene's Finance team, responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis that guide organizational decision-making.
POSITION REPORTS TO	VP, Finance
APPROXIMATE START DATE	October/November
SALARY	$114,000 - 130,000 annually + our amazing benefits (see below)!
LOCATION & POLICY ON REMOTE WORK	This is a hybrid position that will work out of our Watertown, Massachusetts Headquarters at least 3 days a week. Our beautiful office space has free, ample parking with a complimentary shuttle from Harvard Square and is on multiple bus lines, with the cost of public transit covered by Addgene for those onsite at least twice a week.

The Role:

Working closely with the VP of Finance, executives, and department leaders, this role turns financial and operational data into clear insights that support Addgene's mission and long-term sustainability. The ideal candidate is analytically rigorous, detail-oriented, and comfortable working hands-on in NetSuite and Excel to build models, streamline reporting, and tell the story behind the numbers.

To Succeed in this Role, You Will:

• Lead the preparation of the annual operating budget and periodic re-forecasts, partnering with department managers to develop assumptions and track performance against plan.
• Produce timely monthly and quarterly management reporting, including budget-versus-actual analysis, variance commentary, and key performance indicators.
• Build, maintain, and improve financial models to support scenario planning, cash flow forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Leverage NetSuite to extract financial data, build and maintain saved searches and reports, reconcile results, and support month-end close and reporting processes.
• Partner with Accounting to ensure the general ledger, chart of accounts, and departmental structure support accurate and meaningful reporting.
• Analyze revenue, expense, and program trends to identify risks, opportunities, and efficiencies, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors and Audit Committee meetings.
• Support grant, program, and capital budgeting and reporting as needed for a nonprofit environment.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and reporting through automation and better use of systems, including NetSuite and connected planning tools.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for Finance leadership, department heads, and, as needed, the leadership team and Board.
• Provide financial information to outside auditors and tax advisors.

Skills and Competencies

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a comparable analytical role.
• Demonstrated ability to use NetSuite for reporting, saved searches, and financial data analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Cost Accounting.
• Proficient in Google Slides and/or PowerPoint presentations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

Preferred

• Experience in a nonprofit, mission-driven, or life sciences organization.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB) or other FP&A/planning software.
• Familiarity with BI or data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or progress toward a relevant certification or advanced degree.

Benefits

At Addgene, we prioritize our people with comprehensive benefits that support both your work and your life.

Full-time employees receive:

• 85% company-paid healthcare premiums including dental (extending to family members) and 100% company-paid deductible
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 22 days of PTO on top of our winter break closure and company holidays.
• A 403(b) retirement account with a company match of 4% after 2 years of employment.
• Annual professional development stipend
• Annual lifestyle stipend
• Fully paid public transportation for employees who work onsite two or more days per week.
• Onsite yoga classes & wellness reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Annual financial planning one-on-ones with our plan administrator

The Organization:

Addgene is a self-sustaining, thriving nonprofit life sciences organization that was created to help scientists share DNA-based research materials called plasmids. Our mission is to accelerate research and discovery by improving access to useful research materials and information. Since its founding in 2004, Addgene has grown and innovated in order to assist the research community by archiving and sharing useful DNA-based research materials and resources (such as plasmids, viral vectors, and recombinant antibodies) with scientists worldwide. Broad availability of these unique research materials promotes the advancement of research in a wide variety of disciplines, including cancer, heart disease, and neurodegenerative disorders, while increasing collaboration within the scientific community.Learn more here from our President & Executive Director, Chonnettia Jones.

As an “Addgenie”, you will work collaboratively with internal teams to help fulfill this mission, including scientists, software engineers and product developers, renowned customer support teams, scientific content creators, and business development professionals. Together, Addgenies create and enhance opportunities for research scientists to deposit their materials, find products and resources easily on our website, and receive unparalleled support in receiving and expertly using our materials in their own experiments.

Life at Addgene:

Addgene is a truly special place to work. We are an inclusive and welcoming group of people from many backgrounds and perspectives. We believe in flexibility, actively supporting professional development, and a strong work/life balance. We value sharing ideas and feedback with each other and the company. Learn more about Life at Addgene

We also believe it's important to make time for fun, whether it's eating popcorn at our outdoor movie night, sharing cute photos in the #pets slack channel, or sampling whiskeys at our end-of-year social hour. Bookworms, athletes, gamers, parents, foodies, and more will find community in Addgene's events and Slack channels.

Addgene works with a global scientific community in which the best innovations and discoveries come from diverse teams. We continuously learn from and celebrate a variety of perspectives and seek to create an environment where all people can feel heard, respected, and valued.

Addgene is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, active military or veteran status, age, handicap, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or Local law.