Finance Manager, Adaptive Planning

Instructure

. Own Adaptive Planning administration and serve as the primary administrator and internal subject matter expert .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Adaptive Planning administration, model architecture, and integration management, with a strong focus on financial planning and analysis. Proficient in creating management reporting packages and utilizing automation tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

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Adaptive Planning AdministrationFinancial Planning And Analysis (FP&A)Integration ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsOfficeConnect Reporting

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Hard Skills

Model ArchitectureBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisData ReconciliationScenario ModelingData AnalysisAutomation ToolsTroubleshooting IntegrationsData Privacy Management

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAttention To DetailIndependent WorkMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

Adaptive PlanningERP SystemsHRISCRMData Warehouse SystemsOfficeConnectGoogle Sheets

Certifications & Qualifications

Workday Adaptive Planning Certification

Industry Keywords

SaaSTechnology CompanyAccountingFinanceBusiness Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own Adaptive Planning administration and serve as the primary administrator and internal subject matter expert
Maintain and improve model architecture, including dimensions, levels, attributes, versions, sheets, formulas, and calculated accounts
Manage annual operating plan, budget, forecast, and actuals versions, including rollovers, planning calendars, and period locks
Build and maintain integrations and data loads between Adaptive and ERP, HRIS, CRM, and data warehouse systems
Audit and reconcile planning data with Accounting records
Manage user roles, permissions, licenses, data privacy, and internal control alignment
Create management reporting packages, dashboards, scorecards, and OfficeConnect reports
Translate business requirements into scalable solutions and deploy model changes under testing and change-management procedures
Train and support budget owners, business partners, and FP&A team members
Maintain platform documentation
Apply automation and AI-enabled tools to reduce manual work and improve accuracy
Review new Adaptive features and recommend adoption
Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with Workday support and outside consultants
Manage company-wide headcount roll-forward from actuals through plan, including requisition detail, hiring assumptions, salary, bonus, commission, benefits, taxes, and contractor spend
Reconcile headcount and personnel costs across HRIS, payroll, ERP, and Adaptive at each close
Model scenarios for leadership and support budgets, forecasts, and long-range planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
5+ years of Adaptive Planning administration and model-building experience
Experience preferably at a SaaS or technology company
Hands-on experience with Adaptive reporting tools, dashboards, and OfficeConnect
Solid FP&A knowledge, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting
Experience forecasting headcount and personnel costs, including HRIS and payroll data
Experience building and troubleshooting integrations and data loads between Adaptive and ERP or other source systems
Advanced skills in Excel or Google Sheets
Ability to analyze large data sets and translate business needs into system and process solutions
Clear communication skills and ability to work with Finance and non-Finance teams and manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and data integrity
Workday Adaptive Planning certification is nice to have
Successful completion of a background check
Identity verification may require legal name, current physical location, valid contact number, and residential address

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Ownership program for all full-time employees
Flexible work culture
Generous time off, including local holidays and annual “Dim the Lights” period
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Learning and development resources
Professional development tools
Tuition reimbursement
Technology and tools needed to do your best work
Motivosity employee recognition program
Inclusive and supportive culture