Senior Director, FP&A - M6 (FPNA - FP&A)

OverviewAbout PowerSchoolAt PowerSchool, we power education for students around the world. As the global leader in cloud-based K-12 software, we support the full education ecosystem—from the central office to the classroom to the home. Joining PowerSchool means being part of a mission-driven team that is transforming K-12 education by helping schools operate more effectively and deliver better outcomes for educators, students, and families.Team OverviewFinance at PowerSchool is a strategic partner to the business, enabling growth, capital discipline, and data-driven decision-making. The team delivers timely, high-quality insights and forward-looking analysis that inform resource allocation, enhance performance visibility, and guide enterprise priorities.Through rigorous analytics and close business partnership, Finance helps leadership translate strategy into execution—driving accountability, optimizing investments, and aligning operating plans to long-term value creation.ResponsibilitiesDescriptionThe Sr Director, Product & R&D Finance serves as the strategic finance partner to Product and Engineering leadership, driving investment strategy, pricing and monetization, and capital allocation to maximize growth, margin expansion, and long-term value creation.This role sits at the center of product innovation and financial performance—leading portfolio analytics, forecasting, and scenario modeling to inform product roadmap decisions and ensure disciplined investment against the highest-impact opportunities.In addition, this role influences pricing and packaging strategy across the product portfolio—partnering with Product, Sales, and GTM Finance to improve price realization, accelerate growth, and strengthen competitive positioning.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Finance & Business PartneringServe as the primary Finance partner to Product, Engineering leadershipTranslate strategy into financial insights, investment priorities, and actionable recommendationsProvide thought leadership on:Product roadmap investmentsEngineering resource allocation and cost structuresStrategic initiatives and partnershipsPricing & Packaging AnalysisLead pricing and packaging analysis across the product portfolioEvaluate and optimize:Pricing models (subscription, usage-based, bundling, etc.)Discounting strategies and deal structuresMonetization opportunities across products and customer segmentsPartner with Product, Sales, and GTM Finance to optimize revenue and margin outcomesProduct and Market AnalyticsDeliver insights on:Product performance (ARR, margins, adoption trends)Customer segmentation and lifetime valueDevelop frameworks to support portfolio prioritization and capital allocationPlanning & ForecastingLead planning and forecasting for Product and Engineering, including:Headcount and expense planningInvestment tracking vs. business caseAlignment with AOP and long-range plansPartner with Corporate FP&A to ensure consistency with enterprise forecasting cycles (e.g., 3+9)Executive Support & ReportingDevelop and deliver executive-ready analyses and materials for:Board and ELT presentationsInvestment cases and return profilesScenario modeling (growth, cost, margin trade-offs)Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support strategic decision makingProcess Improvement & AnalyticsEnhance Financial modeling, tools and reporting capabilitiesImprove Product-level reporting and KPI visibilityPartner with data and analytics teams to enhance insights and automationQualificationsRequired10+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or related rolesDeep experience in:Pricing and monetization strategyProduct or technology business partneringFinancial modeling and scenario analysisStrong executive communication and presentation skillsPreferredExperience supporting Product and Engineering organizations in a SaaS or technology companyFamiliarity with:ARR / subscription revenue modelsProduct lifecycle and portfolio managementMBA or advanced degree a plusCompensation & BenefitsCompensation & BenefitsPowerSchool offers the following benefits:Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings AccountsShort-Term Disability and Long-Term DisabilityComprehensive 401(k) planGenerous Parental LeaveUnrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementOptional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverageA reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $175,800 - $219,800 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.EEO CommitmentEEO CommitmentPowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr