Focused Energy
Director, Financial Planning and Analysis
Focused Energy, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup with the goal of generating clean electrical energy to responsibly meet future global demand. The founders include two highly renowned scientists and a long-time entrepreneur and founder of several successful startups. With the use and commercialization of laser-induced inertial fusion, a clean and highly efficient power generation technology is coming within reach, suitable to ensure a secure and scalable future energy supply.
We are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis leader to lead our financial planning efforts, ensuring that we have the financial insights and analytics needed to drive sustainable growth. You will work closely with the executive leadership team, providing critical analysis, forecasting, and financial recommendations to inform key business decisions. You will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our ambitious goals by ensuring financial discipline and long-term planning alignment.
What you'll do:
Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, business performance reporting, monthly close process, operational improvements, and ad-hoc support on strategic projects Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and risk management Provide insightful analysis and reporting on business performance, competitor analysis, identifying key trends, opportunities, and risks Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial planning with business objectives, including R&D, engineering, operations, and commercial teams Prepare financial presentations and reports for senior management, the board of directors, and potential investors Support fundraising activities by preparing financial projections, sensitivity analyses, and due diligence materials Monitor and track KPIs, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with company goals Lead initiatives to optimize financial processes, including cost structure analysis, capital allocation, and cash flow management Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies Review existing processes and procedures to develop recommendations for improvement efforts Provide leadership for cost controlling and investment activities. Optimize resource allocation and methods related to the pricing process Lead and inspire a diverse and talented team of financial planning experts. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth Propose and implement software solutions Evaluate, select, and implement ERP and financial systems to streamline financial reporting, improve data accuracy, and support scalability Leverage modern finance tools and technologies to improve financial workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance data visibility and understanding Who you are:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred. Strong experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the technology, energy, manufacturing, hardware, and/or startup sectors Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders Experience working in high-tech, energy, or engineering sectors is a plus, particularly within startup environments Experience evaluating, implementing, and optimizing ERP and financial management systems Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and growth Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a detail-oriented mindset
Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.
We are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis leader to lead our financial planning efforts, ensuring that we have the financial insights and analytics needed to drive sustainable growth. You will work closely with the executive leadership team, providing critical analysis, forecasting, and financial recommendations to inform key business decisions. You will play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our ambitious goals by ensuring financial discipline and long-term planning alignment.
What you'll do:
Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, business performance reporting, monthly close process, operational improvements, and ad-hoc support on strategic projects Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and risk management Provide insightful analysis and reporting on business performance, competitor analysis, identifying key trends, opportunities, and risks Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial planning with business objectives, including R&D, engineering, operations, and commercial teams Prepare financial presentations and reports for senior management, the board of directors, and potential investors Support fundraising activities by preparing financial projections, sensitivity analyses, and due diligence materials Monitor and track KPIs, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with company goals Lead initiatives to optimize financial processes, including cost structure analysis, capital allocation, and cash flow management Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies Review existing processes and procedures to develop recommendations for improvement efforts Provide leadership for cost controlling and investment activities. Optimize resource allocation and methods related to the pricing process Lead and inspire a diverse and talented team of financial planning experts. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth Propose and implement software solutions Evaluate, select, and implement ERP and financial systems to streamline financial reporting, improve data accuracy, and support scalability Leverage modern finance tools and technologies to improve financial workflows, increase efficiency, and enhance data visibility and understanding Who you are:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA preferred. Strong experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the technology, energy, manufacturing, hardware, and/or startup sectors Proven experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders Experience working in high-tech, energy, or engineering sectors is a plus, particularly within startup environments Experience evaluating, implementing, and optimizing ERP and financial management systems Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and growth Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a detail-oriented mindset
Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.