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Finance Manager - SaaS

Advanced Microgrid Solutions

Advanced Microgrid Solutions

Accounting & Finance
Houston, TX, USA
Posted on Saturday, January 13, 2024
Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services and digital applications for renewables and storage. With a presence in 30 global markets, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ platform, which delivers AI-enabled digital applications for managing and optimizing storage and renewables. The company is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
OUR CULTURE AND VALUES
We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.
We are Leading
Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.
We are Responsible
Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
We are Agile
We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.
We are Fun
We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
This position will be within the Fluence Digital business unit. Fluence Digital’s IQ platform uses artificial intelligence, advanced price forecasting, portfolio optimization and market bidding to ensure energy storage and flexible generation assets are optimally participating in wholesale electricity markets.
Fluence is seeking a talented and motivated Finance Manager with SAAS experience to join our Digital Business. As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in forming the bridge between stakeholders in the business and our corporate finance team, providing insights to stakeholders to drive data-driven decisions.
Reporting to a Senior Director Finance Operations, this role will provide key partnership to the Chief Digital Officer, Head of Product, sales and go to market functions. You'll be responsible for helping to drive revenue growth and optimization from a finance standpoint. This is very much a personality hire and requires someone with extensive experience supporting sales organizations.
THIS IS A HYBRID BASED ROLE: Locations include Houston, TX, Arlington, VA, and Alpharetta, GA, Mountain View, CA with the requirement for 2-3 days per week at the Fluence location in that area.

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • Hands on SaaS metrics and forecasting experience required with 5+ years of experience in financial modeling.
  • Strong experience and expertise in topline FP&A. This includes the ability to create, analyze, and refine forecasts for revenue, bookings, and other key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to the SaaS industry.
  • Proficient at solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful insights.
  • Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and advanced Excel skills.
  • Knowledge of financial systems and proficiency in financial software applications; Netsuite experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership abilities and the capability to drive and manage change.
  • Detail-oriented, with a high level of accuracy and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.