Director Of Financial Planning And Analysis

Summary

Join Thinkific, a leading software platform for online course creation and sales, as their Director of Financial Planning & Analysis. In this high-impact role, you will lead the development of financial models, support budgeting processes, and provide key insights shaping company strategy. You will drive long-term financial planning, strategic decision-making, and executive reporting. This position requires 10+ years of experience in FP&A, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to influence executive decision-making. Thinkific offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and ample opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• Has 10+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a similar finance role, including 3+ years in a leadership role with strategic and executive-facing responsibilities
• Is a strategic and analytical thinker who translates financial insights into actionable recommendations while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Is a hands-on problem solver who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to develop financial models and tackle complex business challenges
• Has an ownership mindset, taking accountability for financial performance and process improvements without waiting for direction
• Demonstrates a track record of influencing executive decision-making with data-driven insights
• Holds a professional designation (such as CPA, CFA, CBV) or an MBA

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage corporate reporting for executive leadership, board meetings, and investor presentations
• Own the long-range financial planning process, aligning strategic priorities with financial objectives
• Support the annual budget cycle, ensuring alignment with long-term financial plans and strategic objectives
• Craft clear and compelling business narratives supported by advanced financial models and analyses to inform key business decisions
• Partner with cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives, providing financial guidance to drive operational performance
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights, helping leadership navigate financial opportunities and risks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in SaaS and a PLG business model
• Exposure to M&A or capital markets, including experience supporting due diligence, valuations, or fundraising efforts
• Experience with Adaptive Planning and Workday ERP
• Experience working with SQL, a data warehouse, and Looker

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package including base salary, equity, team-wide bonuses, and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off to maintain mental and physical health. Our team is encouraged to take a minimum 4 weeks of vacation, plus Thinker Holidays (extended long weekends in the summer) and time off for the December holiday season
• Health Benefits and Wellness: Comprehensive benefits starting on Day 1 include health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family, $3,000 for mental health care, a short-term health plan, and an additional health or personal spending account. Plus, family friendly benefits include generous parental leave top-ups for up to 32 weeks, as well as fertility coverage and personalized return to work options
• Flexible Work . Choose to work from home from anywhere in Canada, at our Vancouver HQ, a co-working space, or anywhere there’s wifi for a change of scenery
• Learning & Growth. An annual $1500 USD Learn and Grow fund for conferences, seminars, or courses, plus training, mentorship, coaching, and internal promotion opportunities
• A home office setup so you’re ready to succeed with a company-owned Macbook Pro and a budget to order a desk, chair, or any accessories to help you work comfortably and productively
• Eats and Treats. $50 CAD per month to treat yourself with snacks, lunch, or groceries to cook at home