Job Description
Who you are 5–8 years of increasingly complex experience in financial planning, analysis, and corporate-level modeling Demonstrated ability to execute complex modeling and reporting workstreams with a high degree of independence and strong attention to detail Strong background in consolidation, cash flow forecasting, and long-range financial modeling Experience preparing materials for board of directors or C-suite audiences Advanced Excel skills; able to build, adapt, and audit large financial models efficiently Familiarity with ERP and financial planning systems; experience linking actuals data to forecast models a plus Strong cross-functional partnership skills; able to influence and communicate clearly at all levels of management Ability to develop structured frameworks and clear recommendations on ambiguous, high-stakes questions Experience in manufacturing, energy, clean technology, or other capital-intensive industries a plus Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or related field; Master's or CFA preferred What the job involves Redwood Materials is currently seeking a Staff Finance Associate to join our FP&A team. Our finance function combines rigorous financial planning and analysis with direct strategic decision support for executive leadership and the board The right candidate is a senior individual contributor who operates independently, manages complex modeling and reporting workstreams end-to-end, and produces outputs that reach the most senior levels of the organization Consolidation & Financial Reporting Own the monthly consolidated financial outlook, integrating operational forecasts, corporate assumptions, and key risk factors into a unified view for leadership Lead monthly close reporting cycles, including detailed variance analysis with clear narrative on drivers and implications Develop and maintain management reporting packages distributed to the executive team and board of directors Continuously improve the accuracy, timeliness, and clarity of consolidated financial reporting processes Long-Range Modeling & Scenario Planning Support maintenance and refresh of the long-range financial model, incorporating updated operating assumptions, strategic initiatives, and market conditions on a quarterly basis Build and run scenario analyses, sensitivities, and stress tests to support capital allocation and investment decisions Develop analytical frameworks to evaluate strategic alternatives, new business opportunities, and trade-offs across the corporate portfolio Partner with senior finance leadership to translate strategic priorities into quantified financial projections Cash Flow Management & Planning Support consolidated cash flow forecasting by integrating actuals, purchase order activity, payment terms, and operational inputs into a reliable short- and long-range liquidity view Drive working capital analysis and support initiatives to optimize receivables, payables, and inventory dynamics Partner cross-functionally to ensure cash-relevant assumptions are accurate and consistently reflected across models Actuals Tracking & Financial Controls Oversee accurate classification and reconciliation of financial actuals across revenue, cost, and investment categories Conduct comprehensive monthly review and analysis of spend actuals, with variance commentary relative to plan and forecast Identify and drive improvements in financial systems and tools to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency Board & Investor Communications Support preparation of board of directors financial materials, ensuring content is accurate, well-structured, and delivered on time Support development of quarterly investor communications that clearly convey operational and financial performance and strategic progress Translate complex financial data into concise, executive-ready narratives for board and investor audiences Ad Hoc Analysis & Strategic Support Provide deep-dive analysis on high-impact financial and corporate decisions, including capital structure, liquidity, and organizational growth Scope and structure ambiguous problems independently, delivering well-reasoned recommendations under tight timelines Evaluate and recommend tools or process improvements that enhance the efficiency and quality of FP&A outputs