Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis, Blend
+Equity
Digital lending platform
Job no longer available
Digital lending platform
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
+Equity
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To provide better lending for everyone, streamlining the end-to-end customer journey for banking products.
Role
Who you are
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive finance experience, with a focus on FP&A
- Proven track record of successfully managing investor relations functions in a publicly traded company
- Extensive experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CFA, CPA) is a plus
What the job involves
- As the Vice President of FP&A, you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy of Blend. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will lead a high-performing FP&A team and contribute to the overall financial health and growth of the company
- This role also involves a focus on strategic finance, making it a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional
- Financial Planning and Analysis:
- Lead the development of comprehensive financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plan
- Analyze financial performance against key business metrics, providing actionable insights to drive strategic decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze financial data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Develop and communicate a compelling financial narrative that aligns with the company's strategic goals
- Generate scale through the lens of operational excellence across the company and within FP&A through the optimal utilization of systems
- Strategic Financial Leadership:
- Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team based on thorough analysis of market trends, competitor performance, and industry benchmarks
- Drive financial modeling and scenario planning to support key business decisions including Top Line (sales finance) and BU operations
- Collaborate with the CFO and other senior leaders to shape and execute financial strategies that align with organizational objectives
- Team Leadership and Development:
- Manage and mentor a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth
- Ensure effective communication of financial insights and reports to various stakeholders within the organization
Our take
Nowadays, the vast majority of housing deals are done online. This is possible because of companies like Blend, a digital banking platform out to simplify the mortgage process.
Blend is used by major banks and financial institutions to offer mortgages and consumer loans. It has proved popular thus far, although its success continues to be tied to interest rates and the housing market, which means a few bumps in the road are inevitable.
That being said, in 2023 the company set out a "path to profitability" that took this into account. From reports on revenue and growth, it seems Blend is holding steady to this plan, which suggests a strong future for the company.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Jan 2021
$300m
SERIES G
Aug 2020
$75m
SERIES F
Total funding: $665m
Company benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Wellness program that covers a variety of activities, gym memberships, and more
- Partnerships to support all of life’s milestones: Origin Financial Wellness, Compsych Employee Assistance Program, RocketLawyer Legal Plan, and more
- Various leave programs including 16 weeks of paid parental leave with no tenure requirement
- Thoughtful, regular performance reviews
- Support for workshops and lectures to develop your craft
- Meaningful equity and 401(k) plan
- “Employee-first” environment, where most employees can work wherever they choose
- Flexible work schedule
- Open vacation policy
Company HQ
Chinatown, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Nima Ghamsari
(Founder & Head)They studied Computer Science at Harvard before working for 4 years in Business Development and Engineering at Palantir Technologies.
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