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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.
A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.
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Job Summary
The Sales FP&A team plays an important role supporting the Global Sales Organization, working with the Sales leadership team acting as a strategic partner and driving the right financial outcomes. The Sr. Manager will report to the Sr. Director, Sales & Revenue Operations FP&A and will lead a small, global team that is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting and business partnering. The team manages a significant cost budget, a large headcount base in terms of planning, and supports pivotal work related to sales compensation, amongst other things supporting top line growth. The Sr. Manager will be responsible for full Sales financial oversight and management.
The Sales organization is crucial for the company's future growth aspirations, so having the ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment will be crucial to succeed in this role. This role will require a strategic mindset, and the successful candidate will be required to work cross-functionally in the pursuit of streamlining activities and finding the most efficient processes to implement. There is a wide scope in how the team works on a daily basis, making a significant impact, with great opportunities for growth and development.
Responsibilities
- Acts as a trusted advisor to the Sales team and play a key role in supporting strategic planning and initiatives, making recommendations based on knowledge and analysis
- Undertakes complex analysis to provide insights
- Owns the budget, forecast, and month end processes in relation to Sales
- Leads a team on all FP&A deliverables, including review templates, consolidated reporting, and presentations
- Partners closely with Revenue Operations Sales Compensation team, and Events planning team
- Presents monthly and quarterly results to senior management to help facilitate decision making
- Completes high value purchase order approvals, ensures regulatory compliance, new headcount approvals, and support headcount and Opex investment proposals
Qualifications
- 8+ years' experience in finance or related field preferred
- Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting
- Master's degree (MBA) and/or CPA/CFA certification desirable
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage with senior business leaders
- Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills
- Business partnering and people management experience required
- Enthusiastic with a passion to learn, grow, and have an impact
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
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