Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Kickstarter Limited; Mission (KS); Remote; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Kickstarter is looking for a detail-oriented Manager for Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead budgeting and financial reporting processes. The role is crucial for optimizing financial operations and requires strong analytical skills along with technical expertise, particularly in tools like QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. This position offers a competitive salary and a fully remote working environment, reflecting Kickstarter's commitment to a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health plan offerings

16 paid vacation days and 10 sick days

25 volunteer hours each year

16 weeks of parental leave

401k with 3% safe harbor contribution

Annual stipends for remote working and wellness

4-day workweek

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with QuickBooks.
• Familiarity with Looker and/or Mosaic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the budgeting process ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Prepare financial reports and support revenue forecasting activities.
• Oversee vendor review and maintain strong financial controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

HubSpot

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kickstarter is the go-to crowdfunding platform for creative projects across everything from film, games and music to art, design, and technology. Fueled by the support of our team, our mission to help bring creative projects to life has been a core tenet since our inception in 2009.

To date, we have helped more than 277,000 creative projects reach their funding goal with pledges totalling more than $8.7 billion dollars. We continue to be committed to the growth and success of not only our community, but our team as well. Rooted in shared values, Kickstarter sees team members as whole people, giving every individual the autonomy and space to participate in decisions that impact them.

Kickstarter is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our Finance team. This role is critical in managing budgeting, financial reporting, revenue forecasting, and vendor analysis processes that support Kickstarter’s ongoing growth and financial operations. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Manager, FP&A will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial planning and streamlined financial systems. The ideal candidate is an analytical self-starter with deep financial expertise, excellent technical skills, and a passion for process improvement.

Please note that for this role we are only considering candidates based in the United States.

The salary range in this role in the United States is $135,000–$145,000.

In this role, you will:

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Lead and manage the budgeting process end-to-end, ensuring alignment with company goals and accuracy across teams.
• Perform regular budget variance analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare and deliver timely financial reports to inform leadership decision-making.
  Support revenue forecasting activities in partnership with business stakeholders.
• Oversee vendor review and transaction reconciliation processes, including restructuring vendor tagging for clarity and accuracy.
  Collaborate with accounting to maintain strong controls and clean financial records.

Systems & Process Optimization

• Maintain and enhance existing financial systems and tools, including QuickBooks and HubSpot integrations.
• Support the transition to the Mosaic financial platform and optimize reporting workflows.
• Work cross-functionally with teams across the company to ensure financial data integrity and help identify actionable insights.
  Handle sensitive financial information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.

About You

• You have 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, preferably in tech or fast-growth companies.
• You have advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with QuickBooks and HubSpot platforms.
• You have familiarity with Looker and/or Mosaic as a plus.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• You are comfortable working independently within a lean team environment.
• You have excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.

What You'll Enjoy

• A fully remote workforce with plenty of opportunities to get to know your colleagues
• 100% employer-paid health plan offerings
• 16 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, and a company-wide winter break between Christmas and New Years
• 25 volunteer hours each year to give back to your community
• 16 weeks of parental leave plus fertility/family planning resources
• 401k with 3% safe harbor contribution
• Annual stipends including a Remote Working & Wellness Stipend of $3,000 USD (prorated) each calendar year for expenses related to remote working, wellness, health, and fitness, and a $500 Role Development Stipend
• Kickstarter currently operates with a 4-day workweek, a model that aligns our belief in a healthy work-life balance and gives staff the space to be more than their work
• Incredibly talented and inspiring colleagues who know how to blend their creative endeavors into their work

We’re currently able to support employees based in the following US locations: CA, CO, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, NC, NJ, NY, OR, VA, VT, and WA. We're also able to support employees in the United Kingdom. If you live in—or are willing to move to—any of these locations, we look forward to your application! If there is a required or preferred location for an open role, it will be listed in the job description.

Kickstarter is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to fight for equality, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.

Reminder to applicants: Authentic communications from Kickstarter will always originate from official Kickstarter email domains (@kickstarter.com). Exercise caution and verify the legitimacy of anyone who claims to be representing Kickstarter on other platforms.

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