Kentik is the network observability company. Our platform is a must-have for the network front line, whether digital business, corporate IT, or service provider. Network professionals turn to the Kentik Network Observability Cloud to plan, run, and fix any network, relying on our infinite granularity, AI-driven insights, and insanely fast search.
Kentik makes sense of network, cloud, host, and container flow, Internet routing, performance tests, and network metrics. We show network pros what they need to know about their network performance, health, and security to make their business-critical services shine. Networks power the world’s most valuable companies, and those companies trust Kentik. Market leaders like IBM, Box, and Zoom rely on Kentik for network observability. Visit us at kentik.com and follow us at @kentikinc.
What we do
Kentik is looking for a Senior Manager, FP&A to play a critical role in financial planning, strategic decision-making, and business analysis as we scale. This role will own forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling while working closely with the CFO and cross departmental leadership to drive data-driven insights and operational efficiency. You’ll have the opportunity to build and improve processes while partnering cross-functionally to help shape the future of Kentik’s growth. This role will report directly to the CFO.
What you'll do
- Own financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning
- Partner with key business leaders across Finance, Sales, Product, and Operations to provide data-driven insights
- Develop and refine financial models to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions
- Analyze financial and operational metrics, providing actionable recommendations to drive efficiency and profitability
- Support Board and investor reporting, preparing key presentations and financial materials
- Improve and automate FP&A processes, implementing best practices and leveraging financial systems
- Drive strategic planning initiatives, supporting M&A, pricing strategies, market expansion analysis, etc ad hoc as these projects arise
- Lead financial performance reviews, identifying risks and opportunities and working with stakeholders with an emphasis on improving outcomes across the organization
What you'll bringStudies have shown that some candidates tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the criteria - even if you don’t match all of the qualifications, your skills and experience could be valuable in this role!
- 5+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or strategic planning, preferably in a high-growth SaaS or tech company
- Preferably background at a Big 4 accounting firm or investment bank
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
- Proficiency in financial systems, including NetSuite, and BI tools such as Tableau or Sigma
- Strong understanding of SaaS business models, key financial metrics, and revenue forecasting
- Ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders and influence decision-making
- A strategic thinker who can balance long-term vision with execution in a fast-paced environment
- Intellectual curiosity; you will be expected to build an understanding of the various departments of the business
Nice to haves:
- Experience with FP&A tools such as Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar software
- Experience in board and investor reporting
What we offer
Kentik is a fully remote company that operates globally. We seek professionals that will help us thrive as an organization, and in turn, to broaden and enhance your career. We’re very thorough in the interview process to understand your skills and how they will relate to your successful growth here at Kentik. Our compensation philosophy encompasses a fair program for all in order to attract, engage and retain talented individuals who will drive our business and wow our customers.
The compensation range for this position is: $150,000 - $225,000. This range reflects the low and high end of the U.S. compensation range Kentik reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual compensation offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors, including but not limited to:
- Experience with the skill sets required for success
- Demonstrated competencies and potential
- A geographic market-based approach
In addition to a great career opportunity, Kentik offers stellar benefits for our employees, which include:
- 100% of premiums are paid by company for health, vision and dental coverage for you and your dependents
- Additionally, an annual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of $3,000 for an individual or $4,500 for a family
- Paid family & medical leave
- Open PTO, a quarterly Wellness Day, and a minimum of 10 paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement account
- Home office reimbursement
- Stock options
Note: Benefits are as listed for all US full-time employees. For compensation, international applicants will be treated equitably in relation to the laws applicable within the countries in which we operate.
The true meaning of Kentik is visibility. We’re committed to making sure everyone feels empowered to use their voice, has a sense of belonging, and is represented at Kentik.
We don’t look for individuals who fit the culture, but those who will continue to add to the culture.
We encourage everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, and people of any age or family status.
Kentik is committed to creating an inclusive interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected].
Come as you are!
You will be working at a fast-growing, well-funded startup alongside industry thought leaders and network aficionados as we build the future of observability and set the high bar for how network operations and digital businesses should run. With a competitive salary and amazing benefits on top of the meaningful and challenging projects you’ll take on, we’re sure you’ll enjoy joining the Kentik team.
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