FP&A Manager

The Role

We are looking for a highly analytical and strategic FP&A Manager to support the company’s CFO with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial and operational performance analysis. This highly visible and strategic role will be exposed to all finance-related aspects of the business as we continue to build out the FP&A function and will be crucial in providing insights that shape decision-making and improve financial performance as we continue to grow. This role reports to the CFO and is a hybrid role based in our Ridgewood, NJ headquarters.

• Lead the annual budget, forecast, and pluriannual financial planning processes
• Develop, manage, and maintain financial models, long-term forecasts, and scenario analysis
• Support the monthly reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate preparation, while providing explanations for variances vs budget and vs previous year
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements that will lead to cost reduction, revenue generation, and streamlining of operations
• Partner with department heads to track financial performance vs budget
• Implement, optimize, and automate FP&A tools, dashboards, and reporting to improve financial visibility
• Prepare presentations for Board meetings and the Executive Leadership Team
• Support the CFO with ad hoc requests and analysis
• Additional duties as required

• 5 + years of experience in FP&A, Finance or Accounting areas, preferably at a renewable energy company
• Significant analytical skillset, including utilizing Power BI and reporting tools with extensive knowledge in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling, etc.). Experience in NetSuite is a plus
• Possess a high level of commercial acumen, able to think and act strategically but also be a hands-on problem solver with exceptional analytical skills
• Experienced in managing project-based revenue, budgets, and projections
• High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability; keen to take ownership
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with senior stakeholders across the business in a cross-functional team environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, managing time effectively to meet objectives
• Experienced in presenting extensive data and reporting to Executive teams
• Energy industry experience or experience with power purchase agreements and energy service agreement financial structures is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related area is required; MBA is highly preferred

This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales’ employees include:

·       Do the Right Thing

·       Act Like an Owner

·       Hustle

·       Demand Results

·       Go Together

·       Evolve or Disappear

We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.

About Scale Microgrids

Scale Microgrids (“Scale”) is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing and financing innovative distributed clean energy solutions. Through its leading technical expertise and access to scale capital, Scale helps its customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale has its own proprietary microgrid solution which provides customers with cheaper, cleaner and more reliable power, and also partners with third party developers to acquire and/or finance a broader range of distributed energy assets. 

Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.

About EQT

EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.