Finance Manager partnering with Cisco’s Canada sales teams to transform recurring revenue. Analyzing financial metrics, ensuring compliance, and improving forecasting operations with AI.
Responsibilities
Partner with Cisco’s Sales Team to drive recurring revenue transformation
Analyze pipeline, forecast, gross margin, discount, and OPEX metrics to coach the team toward success
Support long-range planning and new-year readiness
Ensure deal structures and OPEX spending comply with governing policies
Safeguard company assets through tight financial controls
Collaborate with Sales Management, Business Units, Cisco Capital, Legal, and Revenue Accounting
Leverage AI to simplify processes and improve forecasting and day-to-day operational efficiency
Report to the Canada Theatre Controller
Requirements
Must be authorized to work in the US or Canada without sponsorship now or in the future
Must be local to Toronto, Canada; Atlanta, Georgia, US; or Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, US
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field
Minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience across multiple finance disciplines
Prior experience analyzing SaaS metrics and Sales Pipeline (MEDDPICC)
Expert knowledge of financial analysis, forecasting, and Excel modeling
Expert knowledge of managing financial risk and expenses
Ability to lead and work collaboratively within a team of professionals
Proven record of building strong partnerships and driving results
Ability to translate complex concepts into simple, clear insights
Strong negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to overcome adversity and embrace change
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, vesting after continued employment for defined periods
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for the employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees, subject to availability and business limitations
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies
Performance-based incentive pay for employees on sales plans
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