Zebra Strategies

Senior Finance Manager

Zebra Strategies

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: AustinTexasUnited States

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Salary

💰 $140,000 - $165,000 per year

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About the role

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial performance analyses and presentations for executives and the Board.
  • Act as a business partner to functional teams in developing headcount and operating expenses budgets and forecasts; track and optimize vendor expenses.
  • Monitor financial performance against goals, identifying trends, variances, and risks; conduct in-depth analysis of financial data to support decision-making.
  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to the executive team to drive growth and profitability.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, including long-term financial planning and forecasting.
  • Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with business managers; become a trusted partner who delivers data-backed insights.
  • Align stakeholders on assumptions, inputs, and goals; ensure forecasting processes remain coordinated and credible.
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls and financial policies to ensure compliance and accuracy.
  • Drive improvements in financial systems, tools, and processes to optimize efficiency.
  • Support future financial system/process enhancements as the company scales.
  • Mentor analysts; model accountability and high standards. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and financial discipline.
  • Ensure team quality through review mechanisms, continuous learning, and clear ownership.
  • Adapt to shifting priorities and help others navigate change; remain solutions-oriented, collaborative, curious, and fast-moving.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, Investment Banking, Consulting, or Accounting; experience owning models and deliverables end-to-end.
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills with demonstrated rigor.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and understanding of financial statements and drivers and comfort reconciling to source systems.
  • Experience in a high-growth environment (startup or fast-scaling business); insurance/fintech a plus.
  • Familiarity with ERPs and reporting systems (e.g., Sage/other ERP), BI tools (Looker), and/or SQL.
Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
  • HSA offering + employer contribution
  • 401k plan + employer match
  • Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ the flexibility to enjoy it
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Wellness perk ($100/month)
  • Pet Adoption Reimbursement ($300/year)
  • Learning & Development Opportunities
  • Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know… but we really mean it)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
financial performance analysisbudgetingforecastingfinancial modelingGAAPfinancial statementsdata analysisvendor expense trackinginternal controlsfinancial strategy development
Soft Skills
relationship buildingstakeholder alignmentmentoringaccountabilitytransparencycollaborationadaptabilitysolutions-orientedcuriosityleadership
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in FinanceBachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in EconomicsMBACPA