Sr. Manager | InStride | Remote (United States)
Posted 2025-09-08
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">At InStride, it’s simple.</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We believe the more you invest in your people, the more skilled they become, and the better your organization performs.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Our mission to bring career-aligned, debt-free education to employers and their workforce has created pathways for our Learners to accelerate their careers with 2,800+ learning options.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Our teams are tied together by a recognition of how impactful education can be for one’s career, livelihood and community. Our commitment to the success of our Learners is what drives us. To get a better feel for our culture, watch more <a href="https://youtu.be/EVwrhJOu4UY?si=S90g5h3DUh6dsy7J" target="_blank" class="break-all font-medium underline hover:opacity-75" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Candidates must be located in one of the following states to be considered eligible for employment: AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, TX, VA, WA, WI.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">What we’re looking for</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">InStride is looking for a Sr. Manager FP&A to join a dedicated finance team that can scale with our emerging, high growth company. This role will be focused on managing FP&A activities including leading the reporting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the organization, and serving as a valued and trusted advisor to senior leadership. The candidate must have prior FP&A experience in a high-growth software/technology company. This position will report to the Director of FP&A and will manage a team of direct reports.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Skills we’d love to see you show off:</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Advanced Financial Analysis</strong>: Demonstrate your expertise in analyzing complex financial data to drive informed decision-making and strategic planning.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Tech-Savvy with Financial Tools</strong>: Show your proficiency in using ERP systems and financial reporting tools, optimizing their capabilities to enhance financial operations and reporting.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Exceptional Communication</strong>: Highlight your ability to clearly and effectively convey financial insights and strategies to both financial and non-financial stakeholders at all levels.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Independent Project Management</strong>: Showcase your skills in independently managing finance projects, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Innovative Problem-Solving</strong>: Demonstrate your ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex financial challenges and contribute to the overall growth and impact of the organization.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Who you are</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">7+ years of finance experience, preferably in a high-growth technology company, investment banking, or consulting firm</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Prior experience working for a private equity backed company preferred.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a similar subject area; experience accepted in lieu of degree.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, manipulate, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of InStride and client organizations.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial concepts.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (NetSuite, Tableau, Salesforce)</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Motivated by the challenge of building an outstanding business that delivers not only high revenue growth, but also has a significant impact on society.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">High EQ, comfort with ambiguity and a “no job too small” startup mentality</span></li>
</ul>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">How you will create impact</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Lead our consolidated P&L reporting and forecasting processes (monthly, quarterly, annually, and the long-range plan) with a high degree of accuracy and transparency.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Own revenue forecasting and related analyses, providing greater visibility into emerging trends.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Build and enhance robust financial models through a strategic lens as well as collaborate cross-functionally with business partners to highlight trends and assess business risks and opportunities.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Provide regular financial reports and analysis to senior management, including variance analysis and key performance indicators.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and drive cost savings and operational efficiencies.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Act as a business partner to department heads, providing financial analysis and guidance to support strategic decision-making.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Identify and mitigate financial risks and provide recommendations for improvement.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Foster a culture of trust, respect, and collaboration within the team.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Develop and implement strategies to enhance team performance and productivity</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Handle conflicts and challenges with empathy and a solutions-oriented approach.</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Target base compensation amount for this role outlined below. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts shown below.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">$135,000—$165,000 USD</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We are looking for someone who is not only technically skilled, but also enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact. If this description resonates with you, we’re excited about the possibility of having you on our team. As a skills-driven employer, we encourage you to apply if there is a skill-fit, even in the absence of years of experience.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Don’t meet every single requirement?</strong> Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At InStride we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this role!</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Benefits @ InStride</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">As an organization that champions investing in people, it’s critical we walk the talk. That’s why InStride employees are eligible to enroll in 2,800+ online certificate and degree programs through our <strong class=" font-semibold">Step Forward program</strong>. Unlike traditional tuition reimbursement programs, InStride covers your tuition upfront, regardless of your course of study, degree type, or school – eligible to employees starting Day 1.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">This role is also eligible for the following benefits:</p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">401(k) plan with company match</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Flexible vacation policy</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Paid family leave</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Best-in-class health care benefits</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">And more!</span></li>
</ul>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">InStride Diversity and Inclusion Statement</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">At InStride, we foster a culture of belonging, we support authenticity and intersectionality, and we embrace and appreciate our differences. We do this by building a diverse pipeline of talent and ensuring equitable access to opportunities, information and leadership. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let your recruiter know.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Policies & Disclosure</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Effective November 1, 2021, all new hires must be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation. If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved by the People & Talent team in writing.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">For questions on how we use personal information of job applicants, please refer to InStride’s Job Applicant Privacy Policy.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>Beware of recruiting scams. InStride does not require a financial transaction or any financial account information to be eligible for employment. If you receive a message purporting to be from InStride asking you for a financial transaction, your financial account information, or any other sensitive information, please do not respond and let us know immediately at</em> <a href="mailto:recruiting@instride.com" target="_blank" class="break-all font-medium underline hover:opacity-75" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>recruiting@instride.com</em></a><em>.</em></p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">About InStride</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">InStride is a tech-enabled services company that is pioneering new approaches to workforce education solutions with a mission of driving meaningful social and business outcomes by unlocking access to life-changing education. In collaboration with quality academic institutions, we enable employers to provide career-aligned, debt-free education through a personalized, digital platform and a consultative service model. To learn more, visit: [https://www.instride.com/></p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We believe the more you invest in your people, the more skilled they become, and the better your organization performs.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Our mission to bring career-aligned, debt-free education to employers and their workforce has created pathways for our Learners to accelerate their careers with 2,800+ learning options.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Our teams are tied together by a recognition of how impactful education can be for one’s career, livelihood and community. Our commitment to the success of our Learners is what drives us. To get a better feel for our culture, watch more <a href="https://youtu.be/EVwrhJOu4UY?si=S90g5h3DUh6dsy7J" target="_blank" class="break-all font-medium underline hover:opacity-75" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">here</a>.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Candidates must be located in one of the following states to be considered eligible for employment: AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, TX, VA, WA, WI.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">What we’re looking for</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">InStride is looking for a Sr. Manager FP&A to join a dedicated finance team that can scale with our emerging, high growth company. This role will be focused on managing FP&A activities including leading the reporting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across the organization, and serving as a valued and trusted advisor to senior leadership. The candidate must have prior FP&A experience in a high-growth software/technology company. This position will report to the Director of FP&A and will manage a team of direct reports.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Skills we’d love to see you show off:</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Advanced Financial Analysis</strong>: Demonstrate your expertise in analyzing complex financial data to drive informed decision-making and strategic planning.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Tech-Savvy with Financial Tools</strong>: Show your proficiency in using ERP systems and financial reporting tools, optimizing their capabilities to enhance financial operations and reporting.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Exceptional Communication</strong>: Highlight your ability to clearly and effectively convey financial insights and strategies to both financial and non-financial stakeholders at all levels.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Independent Project Management</strong>: Showcase your skills in independently managing finance projects, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Innovative Problem-Solving</strong>: Demonstrate your ability to think creatively and strategically to solve complex financial challenges and contribute to the overall growth and impact of the organization.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Who you are</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">7+ years of finance experience, preferably in a high-growth technology company, investment banking, or consulting firm</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Prior experience working for a private equity backed company preferred.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a similar subject area; experience accepted in lieu of degree.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, manipulate, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of InStride and client organizations.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial concepts.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (NetSuite, Tableau, Salesforce)</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Motivated by the challenge of building an outstanding business that delivers not only high revenue growth, but also has a significant impact on society.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">High EQ, comfort with ambiguity and a “no job too small” startup mentality</span></li>
</ul>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">How you will create impact</strong> <strong class=" font-semibold">:</strong></h3>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Lead our consolidated P&L reporting and forecasting processes (monthly, quarterly, annually, and the long-range plan) with a high degree of accuracy and transparency.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Own revenue forecasting and related analyses, providing greater visibility into emerging trends.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Build and enhance robust financial models through a strategic lens as well as collaborate cross-functionally with business partners to highlight trends and assess business risks and opportunities.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Provide regular financial reports and analysis to senior management, including variance analysis and key performance indicators.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and drive cost savings and operational efficiencies.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Act as a business partner to department heads, providing financial analysis and guidance to support strategic decision-making.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Identify and mitigate financial risks and provide recommendations for improvement.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Foster a culture of trust, respect, and collaboration within the team.</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Develop and implement strategies to enhance team performance and productivity</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Handle conflicts and challenges with empathy and a solutions-oriented approach.</span></li>
</ul>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Target base compensation amount for this role outlined below. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts shown below.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">$135,000—$165,000 USD</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">We are looking for someone who is not only technically skilled, but also enthusiastic about making a meaningful impact. If this description resonates with you, we’re excited about the possibility of having you on our team. As a skills-driven employer, we encourage you to apply if there is a skill-fit, even in the absence of years of experience.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><strong class=" font-semibold">Don’t meet every single requirement?</strong> Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At InStride we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this role!</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Benefits @ InStride</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">As an organization that champions investing in people, it’s critical we walk the talk. That’s why InStride employees are eligible to enroll in 2,800+ online certificate and degree programs through our <strong class=" font-semibold">Step Forward program</strong>. Unlike traditional tuition reimbursement programs, InStride covers your tuition upfront, regardless of your course of study, degree type, or school – eligible to employees starting Day 1.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">This role is also eligible for the following benefits:</p>
<ul class=" text-base sm:text-lg marker:text-color list-inside list-disc text-gray-500 list-disc list-outside pl-3 mb-6">
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">401(k) plan with company match</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Flexible vacation policy</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Paid family leave</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">Best-in-class health care benefits</span></li>
<li class=" leading-snug mb-2 pl-2"><span class="text-gray-200">And more!</span></li>
</ul>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">InStride Diversity and Inclusion Statement</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">At InStride, we foster a culture of belonging, we support authenticity and intersectionality, and we embrace and appreciate our differences. We do this by building a diverse pipeline of talent and ensuring equitable access to opportunities, information and leadership. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let your recruiter know.</p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">Policies & Disclosure</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">Effective November 1, 2021, all new hires must be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation. If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved by the People & Talent team in writing.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">For questions on how we use personal information of job applicants, please refer to InStride’s Job Applicant Privacy Policy.</p>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3"><em>Beware of recruiting scams. InStride does not require a financial transaction or any financial account information to be eligible for employment. If you receive a message purporting to be from InStride asking you for a financial transaction, your financial account information, or any other sensitive information, please do not respond and let us know immediately at</em> <a href="mailto:recruiting@instride.com" target="_blank" class="break-all font-medium underline hover:opacity-75" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>recruiting@instride.com</em></a><em>.</em></p>
<h3 class=" text-white font-semibold text-lg mb-2"><strong class=" font-semibold">About InStride</strong></h3>
<p class=" text-gray-200 text-base sm:text-lg leading-relaxed mb-3">InStride is a tech-enabled services company that is pioneering new approaches to workforce education solutions with a mission of driving meaningful social and business outcomes by unlocking access to life-changing education. In collaboration with quality academic institutions, we enable employers to provide career-aligned, debt-free education through a personalized, digital platform and a consultative service model. To learn more, visit: [https://www.instride.com/></p>