On-Ramps
Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis at ProPublica
On-Ramps, New York, New York, us, 10261
ProPublica is an independent, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest. We work in a non-partisan and non-ideological manner, adhering to the strictest standards of journalistic impartiality.
ProPublica produces investigative journalism with moral force. We dig deep into important issues, shining a light on abuses of power and betrayals of public trust — and we stick with those issues as long as it takes to hold power to account. Our team of more than 180 dedicated journalists — reporting from our national headquarters and our regional offices across the country — investigates essential stories on the most critical issues of our time and examines the ways abuses of power, corruption and betrayals of public trust hurt everyday Americans.
ProPublica was founded in 2008 to address a broad decline in investigative reporting amid the collapse of the business model that had supported American journalism for more than a century. Since that time, ProPublica has grown into the largest investigative newsroom in the country and our work has won top journalistic honors, including eight Pulitzer Prizes. ProPublica journalists focus on big, systemic problems that defy easy solutions. They bring a range of perspectives and inventive skills to expose the truth, and they create journalism that is unparalleled in its breadth and irrefutable in its accuracy. ProPublica does not accept government funding, and the vast majority of funding comes from foundations and individual major donors.
You can learn more about ProPublica at their website.
About the Role What You'll Do The Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (SD, FP&A) will provide best-in-class financial analysis and support for ProPublica's $65M+ annual budget. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, the SD will provide critical financial analysis and planning, financial education, and strategic support to cross-functional partners across the organization. This individual will be responsible for supporting departments and team members with respect to budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, analysis, growth planning, and mission-critical projects.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Organization Budget & Forecasting
Own the annual organizational and department operating budget process
Track and report on performance relative to plan
Prepare rolling forecast updates
Conduct departmental budget meetings, discussing projections against actuals to ensure fiscal accountability
Create Board book materials that showcase grant budgeting and overall financial position
Financial Metrics & Complex Modeling
Build and iterate on complex financial models covering all aspects of ProPublica's operations to enable effective decision making regarding growth strategy, cost structure, and capital expenditures
Modeling projects include, but are not limited to:
Multi-year budgets and strategic plans
Compensation and possible benefits changes, such as healthcare costs and alternative benefit structures
Large scale expansion and capital expenditure/depreciation
Union scenarios for bargaining
Establish, track, and monitor key operating metrics used to drive the organization to greater efficiency
Create ad-hoc analyses to drive organizational strategy, improve efficiency, and maximize impact
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting to Leadership
Partner closely with key stakeholders across the organization and drive the FP&A function as a proven center of excellence to support financial discipline and data-based decision making
Provide critical insights for ongoing high-priority processes including grant budgeting, compensation and total rewards analysis, and union bargaining
Who You'll Work With
You will report to the
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.
You will frequently collaborate with the
Vice President, Accounting & Controls , as well as stakeholders in Development, on grant budgeting and related forecasting. You will also interface frequently with departmental leadership for ongoing departmental budgeting and long term strategic planning.
Required Skills and Experience
Minimum 7 years of professional experience, with significant experience in finance and strategic analysis
Significant experience working in the FP&A function within a large and complex organization (> $50 million in revenues)
Ability to think both big picture and identify critical project components while also maintaining a high level of detail and accuracy in building models and organization/presentation of data from the ground up
Demonstrates high proficiency in financial analysis and model building, particularly under quick-turnaround situations. Strong Excel skills are a must
Experience developing and leading annual budgeting processes with multiple stakeholders, preferably in unionized environments
Proven track record of implementing or improving financial reporting systems; experience with existing systems. Experience with Sage Intacct required, Paylocity and Expensify preferred.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including finance and non-finance managers
Strong interpersonal communication skills; brings the ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
Ability to thrive in and be energized by a high-growth, dynamic work environment
Commitment to the vision, mission, and values of ProPublica
We know there are great candidates who may not fit into what we've described above or who have important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
Additional Details Location and Work Environment This is a hybrid position based out of ProPublica's headquarters, located at 155 6th Avenue, New York, NY, 10013. Candidates must commit to working in office at least 2 days a week (subject to change). Regular travel is unlikely and is expected to be 10% or less.
Compensation The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000. This is a good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position. The final salary figure will take into account a person's experience, accomplishment and location. ProPublica is committed to paying its staff equitably, and these ranges should not be considered career salary limits or caps.
To Learn More About Benefits This job is full time and includes benefits (see detailed list here).
Equity at ProPublica ProPublica is dedicated to improving its newsroom, in part by better reflecting the people the organization covers. Here is a breakdown of our staff. We are committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. And we are taking steps to meet that commitment. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable law.
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ProPublica produces investigative journalism with moral force. We dig deep into important issues, shining a light on abuses of power and betrayals of public trust — and we stick with those issues as long as it takes to hold power to account. Our team of more than 180 dedicated journalists — reporting from our national headquarters and our regional offices across the country — investigates essential stories on the most critical issues of our time and examines the ways abuses of power, corruption and betrayals of public trust hurt everyday Americans.
ProPublica was founded in 2008 to address a broad decline in investigative reporting amid the collapse of the business model that had supported American journalism for more than a century. Since that time, ProPublica has grown into the largest investigative newsroom in the country and our work has won top journalistic honors, including eight Pulitzer Prizes. ProPublica journalists focus on big, systemic problems that defy easy solutions. They bring a range of perspectives and inventive skills to expose the truth, and they create journalism that is unparalleled in its breadth and irrefutable in its accuracy. ProPublica does not accept government funding, and the vast majority of funding comes from foundations and individual major donors.
You can learn more about ProPublica at their website.
About the Role What You'll Do The Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (SD, FP&A) will provide best-in-class financial analysis and support for ProPublica's $65M+ annual budget. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, the SD will provide critical financial analysis and planning, financial education, and strategic support to cross-functional partners across the organization. This individual will be responsible for supporting departments and team members with respect to budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, analysis, growth planning, and mission-critical projects.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Organization Budget & Forecasting
Own the annual organizational and department operating budget process
Track and report on performance relative to plan
Prepare rolling forecast updates
Conduct departmental budget meetings, discussing projections against actuals to ensure fiscal accountability
Create Board book materials that showcase grant budgeting and overall financial position
Financial Metrics & Complex Modeling
Build and iterate on complex financial models covering all aspects of ProPublica's operations to enable effective decision making regarding growth strategy, cost structure, and capital expenditures
Modeling projects include, but are not limited to:
Multi-year budgets and strategic plans
Compensation and possible benefits changes, such as healthcare costs and alternative benefit structures
Large scale expansion and capital expenditure/depreciation
Union scenarios for bargaining
Establish, track, and monitor key operating metrics used to drive the organization to greater efficiency
Create ad-hoc analyses to drive organizational strategy, improve efficiency, and maximize impact
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting to Leadership
Partner closely with key stakeholders across the organization and drive the FP&A function as a proven center of excellence to support financial discipline and data-based decision making
Provide critical insights for ongoing high-priority processes including grant budgeting, compensation and total rewards analysis, and union bargaining
Who You'll Work With
You will report to the
Chief Financial and Administrative Officer.
You will frequently collaborate with the
Vice President, Accounting & Controls , as well as stakeholders in Development, on grant budgeting and related forecasting. You will also interface frequently with departmental leadership for ongoing departmental budgeting and long term strategic planning.
Required Skills and Experience
Minimum 7 years of professional experience, with significant experience in finance and strategic analysis
Significant experience working in the FP&A function within a large and complex organization (> $50 million in revenues)
Ability to think both big picture and identify critical project components while also maintaining a high level of detail and accuracy in building models and organization/presentation of data from the ground up
Demonstrates high proficiency in financial analysis and model building, particularly under quick-turnaround situations. Strong Excel skills are a must
Experience developing and leading annual budgeting processes with multiple stakeholders, preferably in unionized environments
Proven track record of implementing or improving financial reporting systems; experience with existing systems. Experience with Sage Intacct required, Paylocity and Expensify preferred.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels, including finance and non-finance managers
Strong interpersonal communication skills; brings the ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners
Ability to thrive in and be energized by a high-growth, dynamic work environment
Commitment to the vision, mission, and values of ProPublica
We know there are great candidates who may not fit into what we've described above or who have important skills we haven't thought of. If that's you, don't hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
Additional Details Location and Work Environment This is a hybrid position based out of ProPublica's headquarters, located at 155 6th Avenue, New York, NY, 10013. Candidates must commit to working in office at least 2 days a week (subject to change). Regular travel is unlikely and is expected to be 10% or less.
Compensation The expected salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000. This is a good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position. The final salary figure will take into account a person's experience, accomplishment and location. ProPublica is committed to paying its staff equitably, and these ranges should not be considered career salary limits or caps.
To Learn More About Benefits This job is full time and includes benefits (see detailed list here).
Equity at ProPublica ProPublica is dedicated to improving its newsroom, in part by better reflecting the people the organization covers. Here is a breakdown of our staff. We are committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. And we are taking steps to meet that commitment. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable law.
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