FP&A Analyst

We are Sila a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the worlds transition to clean energy. To create this future our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries while reducing their size and weight. The result Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. Were tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day and together were redefining whats possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world

The FP&A Business Partner plays a critical role in providing financial leadership and support to our business units. This role combines strong analytical skills a deep understanding of financial planning and analysis and a proactive approach to business partnering. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in driving strategic decision-making through financial insights.

• Proactively partner with business units and key stakeholders to understand their financial needs and build strong relationships.
• Provide financial expertise and support in budgeting forecasting and performance analysis translating complex data into actionable insights.
• Contribute to financial strategy development and implementation aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and implement data visualization for effective communication of financial information.
• Drive annual budgeting and ongoing reforecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain financial models for strategic planning budgeting and forecasting.
• Conduct variance analysis identify trends and provide insightful commentary on financial performance.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Assist in building and maintaining the Strategic Financial Model.
• Own and ensure the smooth operation of key financial systems (including: SAGE X3 inventory management system etc.).
• Lead the implementation and integration of new financial systems collaborating with relevant teams.
• Proactively identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes for efficiency and automation.

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in an FP&A role with a strong understanding of financial operations and processes.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing financial models conducting analysis and presenting financial information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques.
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques (e.g. Tableau Power BI) is a plus.
• Familiarity with financial systems (e.g. SAGE X3) is a plus.
• CPA or MBA is a plus.

• This role is onsite at the Alameda campus.
• Ability to move long distances between buildings and remain stationary for extended periods.
• Operate standard office equipment including computers and laptops.

The starting base pay for this role is between $169000 and $213000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors such as education experience and skills. Base pay is only one part of Silas competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits perks equity and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-Onsite

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender race sexual orientation religion age disability national origin or any other status protected by law.