Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A

About the Role

As a key member of the Corporate Finance team, the Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A will be responsible for driving forecast rigor, improving processes, and influencing decision-making across Finance and business leadership. This is a highly dynamic role with significant ownership over complex, high-impact areas. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, able to distill complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

The Corporate Finance team at Dropbox is responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and insights to support business decision-making. The team works closely with cross-functional stakeholders, including Revenue FP&A, Accounting, Tax, and Treasury, to ensure consistency in assumptions, reporting, and financial narratives. As a Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A, you will be a key member of this team, responsible for driving forecasting, analysis, and strategic insights across revenue-related metrics.

What You Will Do

• Own forecasting across revenue-related metrics, including billings, revenue, NNPU, ARPU, merchant fees, and contra revenue items
• Develop and maintain methodologies that translate bookings into revenue, including cohorting, ramp, retention, and revenue recognition timing
• Partner with Investor Relations and Corporate Finance leadership to support guidance and executive communication
• Drive insight and decision support by analyzing key drivers across billings and revenue metrics to identify risks and opportunities
• Provide a centralized financial perspective for strategic decisions and investment trade-offs
• Partner across Finance and business teams to ensure consistency in assumptions, reporting, and financial narratives
• Improve forecasting processes and systems by driving initiatives that enhance accuracy, scalability, and efficiency
• Contribute to Finance excellence by ensuring consistency in forecasting methodologies and elevating analytical rigor and standards across the organization
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support business decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify and mitigate financial risks and opportunities

What We Are Looking For

• At least 8+ years of experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance, with a focus on forecasting and revenue-related metrics
• Deep experience with SaaS models and operating metrics, including how NNARR informs billings and revenue
• Strong understanding of revenue mechanics, including revenue waterfall, deferred revenue, merchant fees, contra revenue, and revenue recognition timing
• Advanced Excel and modeling skills, with experience with BI and data tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud-based financial planning and analysis tools, such as Anaplan or Adaptive Insights
• Certification in FP&A, such as the Certified FP&A Professional (CFPAP) designation
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment
• Strong understanding of data visualization and presentation tools, such as Tableau or Power BI
• Experience with machine learning or artificial intelligence applications in finance

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Equity compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching program
• Flexible PTO and holiday schedule
• Remote work stipend and equipment allowance
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships
• Access to a wide range of company-sponsored benefits, including mental health support and employee assistance programs

• Tip: Highlight your experience with SaaS models and operating metrics, including how NNARR informs billings and revenue, in your resume and cover letter.
• Be prepared to provide specific examples of how you have driven forecasting, analysis, and strategic insights in previous roles, and how you have communicated complex financial concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Develop a strong understanding of Dropbox's business model and financial performance, including its revenue streams and growth drivers, to demonstrate your interest in the company and the role.
• Showcase your skills in Excel, data analysis, and financial modeling, and be prepared to walk the interviewer through your thought process and methodologies.
• Consider obtaining a certification in FP&A, such as the Certified FP&A Professional (CFPAP) designation, to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field.
• Research the company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you align with them and how you can contribute to the team's success.
• Prepare to discuss your experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and priorities, and how you handle ambiguity and uncertainty in your work.