Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Motiv is a leading manufacturer of medium duty, zero-emission electric trucks and buses. Motiv produces a range of vehicles; including step vans, shuttle buses, box trucks and work trucks, all of which eliminate tailpipe CO2 emissions and particulate matter, while offering drivers and passengers a more comfortable, healthier and safer ride. Motiv’s combination of operational cost savings and environmental performance helps customers meet increasingly stringent emissions and pollution standards as well as achieve their own Net-Zero, ESG or other climate impact-related pledges and commitments.

The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis will play a critical role in delivering financial insights that inform strategic decisions across the organization. This position will lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, long-range planning, and key financial modeling efforts. The ideal candidate combines strong technical acumen, business savvy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Job Duties/Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the company-wide annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, partnering with department heads across Operations, R&D, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate functions.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board of Directors, including variance analysis and KPI dashboards.
• Provide actionable insights on revenue, margins, cash flow, and operating expenses to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely financial closes and alignment between actuals and forecasts.
• Support investor relations and SEC reporting teams with data and analysis relevant to earnings calls and public disclosures.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis to benchmark performance and inform pricing, investment, and capital allocation decisions.
• Continuously improve FP&A tools, systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar), and processes to increase efficiency and transparency.
• Mentor and develop junior analysts, fostering a culture of analytical excellence and continuous improvement.
  
  

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.
• 6–8+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience, ideally in the automotive, manufacturing, or high-growth tech sectors.
• Experience in a publicly traded company environment, with a strong understanding of GAAP, SEC reporting, and investor relations support.
• Full understanding of how an income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow interrelate.
• Advanced Excel modeling skills; proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and planning tools (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights).
• Strong financial storytelling abilities—can distill complex data into clear narratives for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Health & Dependent Care FSA, 401(k), Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), Education Reimbursement, and more!
• Generous PTO policy and 11 Paid Company Holidays.
• Online, on-demand Training & Development Programs.
• Bicycle friendly, with bike storage available to all Foster City employees with a 5 minute walk to the scenic Bay Front.
• Regular Happy Hours, Company Cultural Events, and more!