A10 Networks

Director of Finance, Financial Planning; Analysis

The Director of Finance, Financial Planning; Analysis sets the direction and develops strategies for worldwide financial planning. The FPA function is responsible for budgeting, planning, forecasting, financial analyses; financial performance reporting, business plan evaluation and ad-hoc requirements of top-level executives. The successful candidate will be well-rounded with the ability to work closely with all departments and functions.

Responsibilities: 

• Lead the strategic long-term planning, financial budgeting, forecasting and monthly operations processes
• Identify need for new end-to-end processes, as well as operating controls, to cover significant business risks and to achieve company objectives
• Drives change, enabling top management decision making on changes through 'story' telling
• Continually refine planning models to appropriately reflect the key variables in the business
• Consolidate and analyze the annual budget and long-range financial plans
• Coordination across functions worldwide to ensure process deliverables and deadlines are met completely and accurately
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Company’s business, including its risks and opportunities in its competitive environment
• Develop in-depth financial analysis for trends in revenue, cost, inventory, pricing, cash flow and profitability across markets. Develop and implement management dashboard reports. Ad-hoc requests should be met promptly with clear and concise analysis
• Report to management on results of operations against budget and forecast. Demonstrate a clear and well thought out concepts in formal presentations, team discussions and written analysis
• Direct the development and implementation of FPA processes and systems to support requirements of corporate, business units and functions
• Serve as the finance business partner for product business units and build analysis and reporting capabilities that will effectively support the product portfolio investment decisions
• Manages people who lead departmental and cross-functional teams that are focused on the efficient operations of the company's GA functions and planning for future needs
• Set functional goals, plans and schedules, closely monitoring execution of initiatives, driving issue resolution and accepting the responsibility for ensuring successful achievement of program goals
• Work closely with the Corporate Controller and Investor Relations in preparation for press releases, analyst calls, and other presentations to analysts
• Build strong relationships across functions within the company and maintain an open flow of communication, to build a deep knowledge of current events in the business
• Coach, train and motivate the staff to higher levels of performance and continuous improvement of their skill levels
• Manages and develops a small FPA team 

Requirements: 

• 12+ years of finance/ accounting experience, with 6 years in management in a publicly traded company
• Bachelors’ degree in finance or accounting. MBA strongly preferred
• Must have strong experience in reporting requirements, consolidations (domestic and international subsidiaries), GAAP and is well-versed in current accounting issues/trends
• Demonstrated ability to work with global and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to step-in and take ownership in a fast paced, results-oriented environment
• Experience with public company earnings reporting cycles; inventory and international operations background are strongly preferred
• Excellent computer skills with ability to design and maintain complex financial models and to create high quality financial presentations. Proficient in MS-Word, Excel, and Power

Personal Characteristics: 

• Demonstrate a sense of curiosity as to the financial implications of company activities
• Process oriented, with a focus on standard work
• Ability to deliver information about issues in a timely and objective manner
• Serve as an effective business partner to the executive management team with a demonstrated ability to influence at the executive staff level in both written and verbal modes
• A team player with the ability to develop strong relationships and leverage internal and external alliances
• Creative, proactive and forward thinking. An individual who looks for opportunities to drive continuous improvement
• An exceptional overall leader who is focused, energetic and inspires confidence in employees and management 

Additional information:

• Primarily in an office environment. Expected to travel as needed, to company subsidiaries; periodic weekend or evening work is expected

A10 Networks is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal subcontractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A10 also complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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Compensation: Up to $225K