Senior Manager

Summary

Join Tala, a leading fintech company, as a Senior Manager of Corporate Planning. In this role, you will be responsible for financial forecasting, reporting, and strategic initiatives. You will develop and maintain financial models, lead budget development, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The position requires strong financial modeling skills, excellent communication, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. You will work with senior leadership to evaluate business opportunities and capital allocation strategies. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on Tala's global mission of financial inclusion.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business finance, forecast & budgeting, or other finance-focused competency experience
• Strong understanding of financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and GAAP principles
• Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Pigment, Anaplan) and large ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)
• Experience in managing multiple competing priorities effectively
• Strategic thinking with demonstrated business judgement and quantitative skills
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and business case development
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and maintain sophisticated financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and business case analysis
• Lead the development and execution of the annual operating budget, long-range strategic plans, and regular financial forecasts (e.g., quarterly, monthly, rolling forecasts)
• Collaborate with various departments to gather inputs, understand key drivers, and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Design and implement planning frameworks and methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Understand the key drivers of the business (e.g. origination, repayment, conversion, unit economics/lifetime value of customer) and collaborate with global cross-functional teams as needed
• Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial insights and recommendations to achieve strategic goals
• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate business opportunities and capital allocation strategies
• Prepare and present clear and concise financial reports and insights to senior management, facilitating effective communication and decision-making
• Monitor and report on key financial and operational metrics, providing insights to drive performance and accountability

Benefits

$130,000 - $200,000 a year