Strategic Finance Manager
Tile
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At Life360, we’re on a mission to simplify safety so families can live fully. Everyday more than 50 million members across 195 countries trust us to protect and connect their loved ones at home, on the road, and on the go.
From real-time location updates to keep everyone coordinated, to Crash Detection and 24/7 Roadside Assistance, Life360 is designed to free families from everyday worries. Our range of Driving Safety, Digital Safety, Location Safety, and Personal Safety features are there to keep our members safe every step of the way.
Life360 has more than 500 (and growing!) remote-first employees.
In 2021, Life360 acquired Tile, the pioneer in finding technology, and Jiobit, one of the top real-time location monitoring platforms for families. These expanded offerings mark an important step forward towards achieving our vision of being the world's leading platform for people, pets and things.
Life360 is a Remote First company, which means a remote work environment will be the primary experience for all employees. All positions, unless otherwise specified, can be performed remotely (within the US) regardless of any specified location above.
About The Team
This role will report to the Senior Manager of Strategic Finance under the Strategic Finance team. This team is responsible for supporting the company’s strategic decision making through performing financial analyses, along with operational finance support, including planning and budgeting, supporting corporate development and investor relations.
About the Job
The Life360 Strategic Finance team is looking for a Finance Manager to lead the Devices business (Tile and Jiobit product lines) as well as serve as the primary business partner for several R&D engineering groups. You will be responsible for all areas related to budgeting, forecasting, strategic analysis, and long range planning for both the hardware and subscription facets of the Device product lines, along with department spend management. You will play a leading role in helping drive strategic decisions for the business by translating strategy into financial impact. In addition to the strategic side, you will be involved in the operational tasks surrounding forecasting and planning and the day-to-day business operations to ensure the team is meeting annual targets and KPIs. This role will have a unique opportunity to work cross-functionally and use quantitative insights to guide better decision-making across the organization.
The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $195,000. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining final salary- therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits, as well as equity.
What You’ll Do
- Be the primary finance partner to the overall Devices business, supporting the Sales, HW Operations, and Device Marketing teams
- Own the Indirect revenue modeling, encompassing several B2B revenue streams
- Own the Devices subscription revenue model that includes understanding how device sales impact subscriptions revenue over multiple years
- Partner with R&D Operating Groups on their headcount and operating expense forecasts, as well as business case evaluation and strategic modeling
- Have the initiative to drive ongoing process improvements as well as implementation of automated systems
- Own the Revenue and COGs model for Devices and the end-to-end forecasting cycle for all metrics, including unit shipments down to revenue and contribution profit, through partnering with devices, operations, marketing, and accounting
- Partnering with marketing to track ROAS and drive acquisition spend efficiency
- Prepare monthly budget variance analysis and reporting packages to ensure the business is tracking close to quarterly budget targets
- Educate business partners on financial trade-offs between different business investments, while being able to make thoughtful judgment decisions during ambiguous situations
- Support the annual budgeting and planning process, as well as long range strategic planning initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting essential; MBA is a plus
- A minimum of 5 years experience with at least 3 years experience in Strategic Finance / FP&A
- Ability to step up during ambiguous times and ready to take on new challenges while driving continuous improvement across finance
- Excellent financial modeling and analytical skills, being able to craft a story from the data
- Strong communication skills and experience partnering across different functions and various levels in a company
- Advanced Excel skills are required. Experience with Netsuite, Adaptive, and data visualization tools (eg Tableau), is a plus.
- Self-starter, comfortable with working under pressure, and meeting deadlines with the ability to prioritize with limited guidance
- Team player and the ability to work collaboratively across different functions, effectively influence senior business partners, and provide thoughtful push back when necessary
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking paired with intellectual curiosity and aptitude in picking up new technical skills
Our Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans (100% paid for employees)
- 401(k) plan with company matching program
- Mental Wellness Program & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental well being
- Flexible PTO, 13 company wide days off throughout the year & paid Holiday Shutdown
- Learning & Development programs
- Equipment, tools, and reimbursement support for a productive remote environment
- Free Life360 Platinum Membership for your preferred circle
- Free Tile Products
Life360 Values
Our company’s mission driven culture is guided by our shared values to create a trusted work environment where you can bring your authentic self to work and make a positive difference
- Be a Good Person - We have a team of high integrity people you can trust.
- Be Direct With Respect - We communicate directly, even when it’s hard.
- Members Before Metrics - We focus on building an exceptional experience for families.
- High Intensity High Impact - We do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Our Commitment to Diversity
We believe that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic best selves to work.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Life360. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any legally protected status.
We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. We believe that a diversity of perspectives and experiences create a foundation for the best ideas. Come join us in building something meaningful. Even if you don’t meet 100% of the below qualifications, you should still seriously consider applying!
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