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Ignite Your Career at Avanci as a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis on the Finance team!

At Avanci (), we’re redefining the future of patent licensing through premier independent platforms. Partnering with leading companies, we're driving transformative and optimized patent licensing for advanced technologies and products. In the automotive space we've streamlined the licensing of over 160 million connected vehicles to date and are continuously expanding into new verticals across various industries. We are an international, growth oriented technology company with offices in Dublin, Ireland; Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, South Korea; and Beijing & Shenzhen, China.

Your Role: As Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will partner closely with the CFO as well as other senior executives to drive financial strategy and decision-making, while operating as an individual contributor with no direct reports. The Manager, FP&A is responsible for overseeing quarterly financial reporting and analysis aligned with private equity standards, ensuring thorough budget-to-actual reviews, KPI monitoring, and cash flow management each quarter. Additionally, this role engages in cross-functional initiatives and special projects at the direction of senior leadership. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and the chance to influence high-level financial outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Quarterly Financial Reporting: Prepare quarterly financial performance reports (e.g. budget-to-actuals, EBITDA, cash flow, KPI dashboards) for our executive management, Board of Directors, and privateowners. Ensure that reporting is accurate, insightful, and meets all investor requirements, aligning with private equity standards and expectations.
• Financial Modeling & Variance Analysis: Develop and maintain robust financial models to project performance under various scenarios, and perform in-depth variance analysis on actual results versus budget/forecast. Identify the root causes of variances and distill insights and recommendations for improvement in profitability and efficiency, including cost reductions and vendor management.
• Financial Planning & Budgeting: Lead and manage the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including annual budget preparation and quarterly re-forecast updates. Develop and maintain complex financial models for long-term planning and scenario analysis. Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis to ensure the company’s liquidity and funding needs are met.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Licensing, Legal, Royalty Services, etc.) to gather inputs and ensure financial plans reflect operational realities. Ensure alignment between financial targets and actual execution by partnering with department heads to understand business needs and incorporate them into forecasts and budgets, while fostering accountability for results across the organization.
• Key Metrics Monitoring: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to guide resource allocation and identify growth opportunities. Track drivers such as total contract value, revenue growth, EBITDA, cash flow, margin trends, business unit analysis, etc., and proactively communicate any emerging risks or opportunities.
• Special Projects & Ad Hoc Analysis: Participate in financial modeling and business case analysis as needed to collaborate with senior leadership on special projects, including M&A, new initiatives, and valuation. Support the CFO on strategic initiatives and ad hoc analyses, often under tight deadlines, to inform high-level strategy.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related discipline required; relevant advanced certification (MBA/CPA) is strongly preferred
• Experience: 7+ years of progressive finance experience (FP&A, financial analysis or related roles), with a strong background in private equity-backed environments or technology companies. Prior experience supporting C-level executives is highly valued.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills with expert-level Excel proficiency. Familiarity with business intelligence and financial software/tools and ERP systems (such as Microsoft Business Central or Sage Intacct) is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Constructive interpersonal and communication skills are critical. Proven ability to present financial data, insights, and recommendations to executive audiences in a clear and persuasive manner. Able to collaborate effectively across different teams and to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Leadership & Work Style: Competitive candidates will be those eager to contribute and influence outcomes in a growth-focused, private equity setting. Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. This role has no direct reports, so a hands-on approach and strong individual contribution is key. Experience working under tight timelines (such as quarter-end close or board deadlines) and in a fast-paced, results-driven culture is highly valued. The ideal candidate will combine a strategic mindset with willingness to dive into details and “roll up their sleeves” as needed. High integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality of financial information are assumed.

This is your chance to join a pioneering company and be at the forefront of technological advancements. Apply today to be a part of the Avanci adventure.

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