Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

SS8 Networks is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to drive financial strategy and operational excellence. Reporting to the CFO, this role involves forecasting revenue and expenses across complex international, state, local, and U.S. federal markets, modeling growth scenarios, and providing actionable insights for resource optimization. The position offers exposure to national security markets and influences strategic initiatives like M&A and product roadmap funding, ideal for a proactive finance professional passionate about technology and public sector impact.

Must Have

• Develop and maintain annual budgets, quarterly and monthly forecasts, and long-range financial models.
• Perform monthly variance analysis on P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Services Delivery teams to model deal economics.
• Assist with financial due diligence for potential acquisitions.
• Enhance FP&A tools and dashboards using advanced Excel, BI software, and ERP systems.
• Prepare and publish monthly financial package to key stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 6 – 8+ years of progressive FP&A experience.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition (ASC 606) and international financial reporting (IFRS/GAAP).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VBA/macros).
• Ability to handle classified or sensitive data with discretion.
• U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract obligations.

Good to Have

• MBA or CPA/CMA certification preferred.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., NetSuite) a plus.
• Experience supporting sales pipelines in high-value, long-cycle deals with government/intelligence clients.
• Familiarity with lawful intelligence or telecom compliance frameworks (e.g., CALEA, ETSI standards).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into strategic narratives.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment; collaborative team player with a growth mindset.

Perks & Benefits

• Performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off

Description

Company Overview:

About SS8 Networks: As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high-performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally.

Location: Milpitas, CA (Hybrid) - Must be based locally with limited travel required

At SS8 Networks, our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture, connection, clarity, and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid, meaning it will be performed both from home and from an SS8 office on select days, as determined by the business needs of the team.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager that will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and operational excellence of SS8. Reporting to and partnering with the CFO, you will support cross-functional teams in forecasting revenue and expenses from complex international, state and local, and U.S. federal markets, modeling growth scenarios amid regulatory landscapes, and providing actionable insights to optimize resource allocation across our global operations. This position offers exposure to high-stakes national security markets and the opportunity to influence strategic initiatives like M&A, product roadmap funding, and market expansion. This role is highly visible across the SS8 organization and with the private equity sponsors. Ideal for a proactive finance professional passionate about technology and public sector impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Forecasting: Develop and maintain annual budgets, quarterly and monthly forecasts, and long-range financial models, incorporating variables such as U.S. federal appropriations cycles, international CSP contract renewals, and state/local law enforcement procurement cycles including roll-up and supporting analysis. Analyze revenue streams from perpetual software licenses, SaaS subscriptions, and professional services. Support CFO, controller, and accounting team with month-end close and revenue recognition processes and accrual adjustments.
• Variance Analysis & Reporting: Perform monthly variance analysis on P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements; identify drivers of deviations (e.g., delays in government RFPs or currency fluctuations in international deals) and recommend corrective actions to senior leadership.
• Strategic Support: Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Services Delivery teams to model deal economics for bids on U.S. intelligence agency contracts (e.g., NSA, FBI) and international law enforcement partnerships; support PE sponsor requirements for value creation plans, including EBITDA optimization and exit readiness metrics.
• Ad-Hoc Analysis & Scenario Planning: Assist with financial due diligence for potential acquisitions of complementary intel tech firms; conduct scenario modeling for risks like regulatory changes (e.g., GDPR, CLOUD Act compliance) or geopolitical events impacting revenues.
• Process Improvement: Enhance FP&A tools and dashboards using advanced Excel, BI software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) to streamline reporting for our global footprint; contribute to cross-functional initiatives like cost allocation for R&D in secure software development. Assist as part of a cross-functional team in the execution of an ERP implementation that is already in-process (NetSuite).
• Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare and publish monthly financial package to key stakeholders providing detailed analysis and summary of drivers affecting financial results for executive leadership, board members, lenders and PE investors; partner with Compliance and Legal to ensure financial models align with export controls and classified contract stipulations. Support the CEO, CFO, and leadership team on execution of key strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field, or equivalent related experience; MBA or CPA/CMA certification preferred.
• 6 – 8+ years of progressive FP&A experience, ideally in a PE-backed software/SaaS company or government contracting environment.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting within regulated industries (e.g., defense, cybersecurity, or public sector tech).
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition (e.g., ASC 606 for contracts) and international financial reporting (IFRS/GAAP).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VBA/macros); experience with financial planning software (e.g., NetSuite) a plus.
• Ability to handle classified or sensitive data with discretion; U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract obligations (security clearance eligibility preferred).

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Experience supporting sales pipelines in high-value, long-cycle deals with government/intelligence clients.
• Familiarity with lawful intelligence or telecom compliance frameworks (e.g., CALEA, ETSI standards).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into strategic narratives for non-finance stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment; collaborative team player with a growth mindset.

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $145,000 plus performance-based bonus. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. SS8 offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

SS8 is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Agency Disclaimer:

SS8 does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms, or third parties. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of SS8, and no fees will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result.