Manager – Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Oversee the development, management, and continuous improvement of corporate financial planning and reporting processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly/quarterly management reporting .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $149,700 - $205,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Proficient in leveraging AI-supported systems and data-driven insights to enhance decision-making and business performance.

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Financial Planning And AnalysisBudgeting And ForecastingSAP Or Equivalent ERP PlatformsClaude/Excel Modeling And Data ManipulationMaster Data Management

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Hard Skills

Financial PlanningBudgetingForecastingData AnalysisKPI DevelopmentProcess ImprovementAI-Supported Systems ImplementationManagement ReportingData StructuresAccounting Processes

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationAnalytical ThinkingDecision-Making

Tools & Technologies

SAPPlanfulEPM ToolsExcelData Manipulation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

MBACPA

Industry Keywords

Corporate FinancePublic Company EnvironmentFP&A FunctionFinancial ReportingStakeholder Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the development, management, and continuous improvement of corporate financial planning and reporting processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly/quarterly management reporting
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Compensation stakeholders to ensure high-quality, reliable, and thorough budgets
Prepare budget and management reporting materials for senior executives and the Board of Directors
Advise technology leaders on financial risks and opportunities, provide insights for strategic and operational decision-making, and establish processes and analyses for accountability
Establish processes and influence business partners to define and refine KPIs that provide insight into business performance
Evaluate current processes and tools to drive efficiencies and value-added enhancements
Provide ad hoc analytical support to influence decision-making from a financial perspective
Conceptualize and drive implementation of AI-supported systems for FP&A reporting and business steering
Report directly to the FP&A Director

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in Finance or a related field
Strong knowledge of finance and accounting processes, data structures, and systems in a public company environment
Experience with master data management
Exceptional Claude/Excel modeling and data manipulation skills
Direct experience with SAP or equivalent ERP platform data infrastructures and multidimensional EPM tools such as Planful
Ability to articulate an AI and data-driven point of view to leadership clearly and concisely, both written and verbal
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Preferred: 5+ years of experience in a Corporate FP&A function
Preferred: Experience within large or medium-sized corporations
MBA or CPA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program; this role has an annual bonus target of 15%
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and vesting requirements
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs