Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Core
Own the annual budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis process for operational departments while translating financial data into actionable strategies that fuel Appian's growth in AI-Powered Process Automation.
Role type
Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Builds
Annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, variance analysis reports, headcount planning models, operating expense forecasts, and ROI analyses for strategic investments.
Domain
SaaS / Enterprise-Grade Orchestration / AI-Powered Process Automation
Required skills
Financial modeling, Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance analysis, Financial reporting, Analytical problem-solving, Strategic decision support, KPI tracking, Resource allocation, Scenario planning
Preferred skills
MBA or Master's in Finance/Accounting, SaaS industry experience, Public company experience, Anaplan proficiency, Power BI or Tableau, Unit economics knowledge
Technologies
Excel, Anaplan, Power BI, Tableau
Responsibilities
Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles for operational departments. Execute comprehensive variance analysis and deliver actionable insights to business leaders. Partner with department heads to develop headcount planning models and ROI analyses. Architect financial models that support scenario planning and strategic decision-making. Drive financial discipline across operational teams by establishing KPIs and tracking performance metrics. Collaborate with senior finance leadership to refine FP&A methodologies.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC
