Vice President, FP&A | 2025-047

About StarRez 

StarRez is the global market leader in student housing software and residential community management.  Our cloud software solutions serve 1,300 institutions, in 25 countries, with over 3 million beds.  With a customer satisfaction score of 99%, many of the most prestigious Universities, Colleges and Property Managers across the globe rely on StarRez to transform their student residential experience.  Along with the recent combination of Adirondack Solutions, Seattle Technology Group, and RMS, this growing scale enables even greater opportunities to expand community value through our product capabilities and services.  We provide opportunities for students and residents to Thrive!  

The Role 

StarRez, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Vice President (VP) of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to play a critical role in the strategic financial management of the organization. In this role, you will lead the FP&A team in providing insightful financial analysis, annual planning, forecasting, strategic financial planning, and business intelligence (BI) capabilities. You will leverage advanced BI tools such as Domo to provide actionable data and insights, enabling informed decision-making across the organization. You will collaborate with senior executives, functional leaders, and external stakeholders to drive financial performance, enhance profitability, and align strategies with business objectives.

Role Specifics 

• Work Location: Denver, CO (Hybrid 3 days per week)

• Travel: <10% [The percent of travel is an estimation, and it could vary up or down based on business needs throughout the year.] 

• Reporting Structure: Reports to Chief Financial Officer 

Application Deadline:  This role will accept applications until January 17, 2025, unless otherwise posted. 

What You Will Own 

1. Strategic Financial Leadership:
   • Lead the FP&A function and provide senior management with comprehensive financial analysis, planning, and performance insights.
   • Partner with the C-suite and department heads to develop long-term financial strategies that support the company's goals and drive business performance.
2. Financial Forecasting & Annual Planning:
   • Lead the development, coordination, and management of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and ongoing forecasts (rolling 12-months); working cross-functionally and ensuring alignment with company objectives and priorities.
   • Provide visual insights into financial trends, risks, and opportunities, offering recommendations for strategic adjustments to maximize performance and profitability.
   • Drive continuous improvement in forecasting processes, incorporating industry best practices, and automating reporting where possible.
3. Financial Performance Analysis:
   • Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results and provide actionable insights on key performance indicators (KPIs).
   • Lead financial performance reviews with the executive team to assess business performance against plan and forecast targets.
   • Identify variances in financial performance and suggest corrective actions, supporting key decision-making.
4. Business Intelligence & Data Analysis:
   • Utilize advanced Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Domo to gather, analyze, and visualize financial data in real time, enabling the organization to make data-driven decisions.
   • Develop interactive and insightful dashboards and reports for key stakeholders to monitor financial performance, track KPIs, and identify emerging trends and opportunities.
   • Drive the integration of BI tools into daily financial operations to improve the accessibility and usability of data across the organization.
   • Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance data governance, accuracy, and consistency across BI systems.
5. Team Leadership & Development:
   • Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing FP&A and BI team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous development.
   • Ensure the team delivers timely and accurate financial analysis, reports, and recommendations to support decision-making across the business.
   • Provide coaching, training, and career development opportunities to strengthen the team's skills and performance.
6. Business Partnering:
   • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, guiding decisions on investments, capital allocation, cost management, and other financial initiatives.
   • Collaborate with other functional leaders, such as Sales, Marketing, and Operations, to ensure alignment of financial strategies with business goals.
7. Corporate Finance:
   • Prepare the necessary financial reporting and data for quarterly reporting, investor meetings, and other external communications.
   • Participate in key strategic discussions related to mergers, acquisitions, capital raises, and other corporate finance activities.
8. Process Improvement & Efficiency:
   • Lead efforts to streamline and enhance financial processes, leveraging technology, automation, and best practices to improve accuracy and efficiency.
   • Identify and implement process improvements to increase the effectiveness of financial reporting and analysis.

Required Qualifications 

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field is required.
• 12-15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with 5 years in software and a proven record of leadership in a senior financial management role.
• Experience in developing financial strategies and providing data-driven recommendations to executive leadership.
• Direct experience with Business Intelligence tools such as Domo, including data visualization, dashboard creation, and BI integrations.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of a global organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Preferred Qualifications 

• An MBA or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) is preferred.
• Prior work experience in a consulting firm or private equity environment is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, financial analysis, and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, ERP systems, financial software, and PowerPoint): NetSuite, Adaptive Planning, and Domo preferred.
  

Reasons to join our Team: 

• Opportunity to be a part of a well-established, high-performance company that has been in business for over 30 years 

• Full benefits including health care, paid time off, life insurance, and 401k plan with company match for eligible team members. 

• A supportive team environment with emphasis on learning and development opportunities 

• Our Promise: You will learn, grow, and be appreciated for your impact and contributions. 

• Z-Factor: Our most celebrated value, you will work with a team of caring, high-performing, and passionate people who have fun supporting our vision, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

Even if you don't have all of the Preferred Qualifications listed above, but feel you have what it takes to succeed in the role, we would love to hear from you!   

We are proud of our diverse workforce and are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. People from various ethnicities, ages, genders, and abilities are encouraged to apply. 

Notice to external Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies: 

StarRez will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, headhunters, or any other third parties for this role through this website or directly to any employee. StarRez and any of our subsidiaries will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company. In addition, we ask that you do not reach out to any employee with regards to this position, or any other positions, now, or in the future. 

Salary : $170,000 - $195,000