At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!We are looking for a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A to join our team. The goal of a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A at Wisk is to ensure that Wisk achieves its strategic financial objectives. These include preparing and presenting detailed financial reports, variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management, offering key insights into Wisk’s performance, opportunities, and risks. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams, such as engineering and programs, to manage program costs, streamline financial operations, and drive the overall achievement of Wisk's operational and financial goals.This is a hybrid work opportunity. At Wisk, this means working onsite at our Mountain View, CA office 3 days per week with flexibility for the remainder of the days. What you will do: As part of the Finance organization you will act as a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A for Wisk’s novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market. You will lead an FP&amp;A team. 1. Forecasting, Budgeting, and Financial Planning<ul><li>Lead the Company-Wide Planning Cycles: Manage the annual operating plan (budget), quarterly re-forecasts, and 5-year long-range business planning (LRBP).</li><li>Driver-Based Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models (P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) that accurately reflect the complex R&amp;D, manufacturing, and regulatory milestones unique to the electric aircraft industry.</li><li>Variance Analysis: Conduct deep-dive analysis on actual results versus budget/forecast, identifying root causes, risks, and opportunities, and presenting actionable insights to executive leadership.</li></ul>2. Cross-Functional Integration &amp; Business Partnership<ul><li>R&amp;D and CAPEX Integration: Partner closely with the Engineering and Operations teams to forecast and track spending for vehicle development, prototyping, and capital expenditures (e.g., tooling, facilities, flight testing).</li><li>Business Partnering: Serve as the financial liaison for key departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing), translating operational metrics (e.g., production capacity, lead times, cost per flight hour) into financial terms and vice versa.</li></ul>3. Financial Systems and Process Improvement<ul><li>Adaptive Planning Expertise: Act as the System Administrator/Lead for the financial planning system (Adaptive Planning/Workday Adaptive Planning), ensuring data integrity, model structure, and optimal functionality.</li><li>ERP Implementation Leadership: Be the Finance Lead for the upcoming Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP implementation), responsible for defining financial requirements, designing workflows, coordinating data migration, and testing finance modules.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute initiatives to streamline, automate, and scale financial processes (e.g., reporting, data collection, reconciliation) to improve efficiency and accuracy, moving away from reliance on manual spreadsheets.</li><li>Reporting Automation: Design and implement automated, self-service dashboards and KPIs for executive management and department heads.</li><li>Implement EVM: Develop and implement Earned Value Management (EVM) to support program and financial reporting of the program’s progress. </li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning &amp; Analysis (FP&amp;A), with 3+ years in a management or leadership role. Experience in Aerospace or high-tech R&amp;D industries is preferred.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA/CFA certification is a plus.</li><li>Familiarity with Adaptive Planning (or similar CPM/EPM tools like Anaplan, OneStream) is required.</li><li>Demonstrated experience participating in or leading the Finance-side of an ERP implementation (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and data analysis skills using Excel.</li><li>Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial audiences (e.g., engineers, executives).</li><li>Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent total rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.  Job Type: Full-timePay range the company expects to pay: $208,000 - $245,000 per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage  individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider  every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.Wisk HQ is located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

Senior Manager of FP&A

At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!We are looking for a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A to join our team. The goal of a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A at Wisk is to ensure that Wisk achieves its strategic financial objectives. These include preparing and presenting detailed financial reports, variance analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management, offering key insights into Wisk’s performance, opportunities, and risks. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams, such as engineering and programs, to manage program costs, streamline financial operations, and drive the overall achievement of Wisk's operational and financial goals.This is a hybrid work opportunity. At Wisk, this means working onsite at our Mountain View, CA office 3 days per week with flexibility for the remainder of the days.&nbsp;What you will do: As part of the Finance organization you will act as a Senior Manager of FP&amp;A for Wisk’s novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market. You will lead an FP&amp;A team.&nbsp;1. Forecasting, Budgeting, and Financial Planning<ul><li>Lead the Company-Wide Planning Cycles: Manage the annual operating plan (budget), quarterly re-forecasts, and 5-year long-range business planning (LRBP).</li><li>Driver-Based Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models (P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow) that accurately reflect the complex R&amp;D, manufacturing, and regulatory milestones unique to the electric aircraft industry.</li><li>Variance Analysis: Conduct deep-dive analysis on actual results versus budget/forecast, identifying root causes, risks, and opportunities, and presenting actionable insights to executive leadership.</li></ul>2. Cross-Functional Integration &amp; Business Partnership<ul><li>R&amp;D and CAPEX Integration: Partner closely with the Engineering and Operations teams to forecast and track spending for vehicle development, prototyping, and capital expenditures (e.g., tooling, facilities, flight testing).</li><li>Business Partnering: Serve as the financial liaison for key departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing), translating operational metrics (e.g., production capacity, lead times, cost per flight hour) into financial terms and vice versa.</li></ul>3. Financial Systems and Process Improvement<ul><li>Adaptive Planning Expertise: Act as the System Administrator/Lead for the financial planning system (Adaptive Planning/Workday Adaptive Planning), ensuring data integrity, model structure, and optimal functionality.</li><li>ERP Implementation Leadership: Be the Finance Lead for the upcoming Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP implementation), responsible for defining financial requirements, designing workflows, coordinating data migration, and testing finance modules.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify and execute initiatives to streamline, automate, and scale financial processes (e.g., reporting, data collection, reconciliation) to improve efficiency and accuracy, moving away from reliance on manual spreadsheets.</li><li>Reporting Automation: Design and implement automated, self-service dashboards and KPIs for executive management and department heads.</li><li>Implement EVM: Develop and implement Earned Value Management (EVM) to support program and financial reporting of the program’s progress.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning &amp; Analysis (FP&amp;A), with 3+ years in a management or leadership role. Experience in Aerospace or high-tech R&amp;D industries is preferred.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA/CFA certification is a plus.</li><li>Familiarity with Adaptive Planning (or similar CPM/EPM tools like Anaplan, OneStream) is required.</li><li>Demonstrated experience participating in or leading the Finance-side of an ERP implementation (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and data analysis skills using Excel.</li><li>Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial audiences (e.g., engineers, executives).</li><li>Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders without direct authority.</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits:In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent total rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.&nbsp;&nbsp;Job Type: Full-timePay range the company expects to pay: $208,000 - $245,000 per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage&nbsp; individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider&nbsp; every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.Wisk HQ is located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.&nbsp;Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

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