Manager, Strategic Finance

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager, Strategic Finance expands the Finance team’s capacity to deliver timely, reliable monthly reporting and decision support as The Battery Network grows. Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategic Finance, this hands-on role will own key elements of the monthly reporting cycle, strengthen forecasting and business analysis, and build new processes that improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency. The Manager will partner with cross-functional business leaders to improve financial data, automate reporting, and translate financial results into clear insights for leadership and the Board of Directors. The role will also lead and develop one direct report while supporting strategic initiatives, including profitability analysis, pricing, planning, and multi-entity reporting.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following: 
• Lead the monthly reporting cycle, including budget-to-actual and prior-period variance analysis, business-line results, and management commentary, so leaders receive timely and decision-ready information
• Partner with Operations and other business leaders to understand performance drivers, challenge assumptions, and translate financial results into actions
• Build and maintain business unit profitability analyses, KPI dashboards, forecasts, scenario models, and business cases that inform decisions about pricing, investments, partnerships, services, and new markets
• Design, document, and continuously improve reporting and planning processes, identifying gaps and building scalable solutions that keep pace with the organization’s growth
• Support annual budgeting, long-range planning, and in-year reforecasting by maintaining models, coordinating inputs from budget owners, and reconciling plans to actual performance
• Collaborate with IT and Finance partners to strengthen data structures, accounting mapping, and automated data flows, including reporting through Power BI
• Support multi-entity reporting and analysis, including intercompany considerations and consolidated views for leadership
• Prepare clear financial analysis and presentation materials for the Senior Leadership Team, Board, Finance Committee, and other stakeholders in partnership with Finance leadership
• Manage, coach, and develop a growing team of analysts by setting priorities, reviewing work, strengthening capabilities, and maintaining high standards for accuracy, insight, and follow-through

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting or a related field; an MBA or other advanced degree is a plus
5-8 years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, investment banking, corporate development, equity research, or another setting requiring rigorous financial analysis and decision support, including at least 2 years leading or mentoring analysts
Ability to build and improve financial models, forecasts, reporting packages, and business cases using complex or imperfect data
Demonstrated ability to own monthly financial reporting, analyze budget-to-actual performance, identify variance drivers, and communicate the business implications of financial results
Ability to work cross-functionally with Accounting, IT, Operations, and business leaders to improve processes and translate financial information into actionable insight
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to create concise, audience-appropriate presentations in PowerPoint
Experience using AI tools to accelerate analysis, forecasting, and management reporting, with a disciplined approach to validating figures and assumptions before distribution
Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for The Battery Network, with or without sponsorship
Knowledge of GAAP, financial statements, multi-entity reporting, or organizational restructuring involving multiple legal entities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring analysts, or demonstrated readiness to manage and develop a direct report
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP, particularly in a financial reporting environment
Experience developing and validating dashboards or automating reporting with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools
Experience in a growing, evolving, mission-driven, nonprofit, or similarly fast-moving organization where processes and systems are still being built

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EXPERIENCE

Builder mindset demonstrated by creating structure, improving workflows, and resolving manual or error-prone processes without waiting for a fully defined playbook
Strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to determine what changed, why it changed, and what action the business should consider
Clear written, verbal, and presentation communication that turns detailed financial information into concise insights for Finance and non-Finance audiences
Highly organized and detail-oriented approach to managing recurring deadlines, ad hoc requests, and multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
Collaborative relationship-building with teammates and stakeholders, especially when gathering inputs, challenging assumptions, and solving cross-functional problems
Curiosity and adaptability when learning unfamiliar systems, navigating incomplete data, and working through changing business needs
Demonstrates a genuine commitment to thriving in a mission-based organization where culture and values are paramount, and where diversity, equity, inclusion, collaboration, and innovation are embedded in the way work gets done

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is remote based within the United States. Candidates must be able to work from a U.S.-based location and be eligible to work lawfully in the United States for The Battery Network
Limited travel (estimated 3-4 times per year) as needed. Travel could include, but not be limited to, attending conferences, customer meetings, or team/organization-wide meetings
Standard full-time work hours are Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day. Some roles may require additional hours during peak periods. We prioritize the quality and timeliness of work over rigid schedules and recognize the importance of connection, collaboration, and work-life balance. To support this, we offer flexible scheduling where roles allow, and in alignment with current policy, while ensuring operational needs and team collaboration are met.

ABOUT THE BATTERY NETWORK

At The Battery Network, we enjoy a culture of teamwork, innovation, and fun. Our team is the primary reason for our unique culture. We hire energetic and dedicated people who are committed to helping us achieve our goals. Each one of our employees is a valued contributor, not just a number. We work in teams to benefit from our collective talents to make a real impact on the environment.
 
The way we operate contributes to the success of our employees and our organization. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values, and believe everyone’s unique perspective is critical to our success. Diversity and intercultural collaboration are fundamental to what we do. Our team members bring different backgrounds, languages, and personal pursuits to work, and all share a commitment to environmental sustainability and to doing their part to improve our planet. 
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
 
We value our employees. In keeping with our values, we strive to support our team members in and out of work. As part of this, we offer a strong, well-rounded benefits package. Our benefits support our employees’ health and wellness, time off, and productivity. Learn more at The Battery Network - Careers.