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<h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Role Description</span></h2> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">As Sr. Mgr, Strategic FP&A you will bring deep financial expertise and a strategic, outward-looking perspective to our Dropbox FP&A function. You will play a key role as we transform our FP&A function into a driver of shareholder value by driving improving our corporate modeling, our S-Team and Board messaging, and our integration with Investor Relations.</span></p> <p><span class="thread-788470163649650062168709 author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"><em>You will play a crucial part in determining Dropbox’s financial future. You’ll get substantial senior leadership exposure as you work with our CEO, CFO, VP of Finance and leaders across the business to quantify and improve our plan to deliver financial outcomes.<br></em></span></p> <p><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Reporting to the </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">VP of Finance, the Sr. Manager, Strategic FP&A</span> <span class=" author-d-iz88z86z86za0dz67zz78zz78zz74zz68zjz80zz71z9iz90za3u8z88zf2z78zfpz89zz68zt7dk4z90zz68zjz67zsz78zz90zo8z76zz72zz81zz82zr">will</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> will elevate the quality and strategic impact of our financial planning and analysis function by taking an investor and Board-member perspective. This role is designed to drive incremental value through the overhaul of key FP&A outputs and models, ensuring that our financial communications and long-range planning are not only internally robust but also resonate with external stakeholders. </span><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Y</span><span class=" author-d-iz88z86z86za0dz67zz78zz78zz74zz68zjz80zz71z9iz90z95be4z82zez76z5z122zz71zz80z745tj06z75zkbvz75zz85z1z80zcz65zz69zg">ou will bring thought leadership and business partnering to senior executives in the Finance organization</span><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe"> and across Dropbox</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> as you create and own key strategic outputs</span><span class=" author-d-iz88z86z86za0dz67zz78zz78zz74zz68zjz80zz71z9iz90z95be4z82zez76z5z122zz71zz80z745tj06z75zkbvz75zz85z1z80zcz65zz69zg">. </span></p> <h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Responsibilities</span></h2> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Bar Raiser for FP&A Outputs:</span></p> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Edit, refine, and continually improve essential FP&A deliverables intended for S-Team and Board of Directors</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl h-lparen">(BOD)</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> review</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl h-lparen">(e.g.,</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> Monthly Business Reviews</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl h-lparen">(MBRs),</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> Financial Quarterly Updates</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl h-lparen">(FQUs),</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> etc.).</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">FP&A Model Overhaul and Audit:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Conduct rigorous audits and comprehensive overhauls of our corporate FP&A models, ensuring that they are optimized for an investor and external stakeholder perspective.</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Primary Document Owner for Ad Hoc Documents:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Assume full responsibility for drafting, reviewing, and finalizing key ad-hoc S-Team and BOD documents. Take ownership of ad-hoc documents that address emerging opportunities or issues, bringing an external, investor-oriented perspective.</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Strategic Analysis:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Continually assess our long-range planning from a shareholder perspective, identifying risks and opportunities that can drive shareholder value.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Surface and integrate both qualitative and quantitative insights to align on strategic initiatives and decision-making.</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Cross-Functional Integration:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Serve as the critical liaison between the FP&A team and Investor Relations, ensuring that financial insights, risks, and opportunities are effectively communicated and leveraged.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Collaborate closely with senior management to incorporate external, shareholder-focused insights into business planning and financial reporting.</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Leadership in FP&A Team Growth:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Be a bar-raiser across the organization, participating in interview loops and mentoring the FP&A team to maintain a high standard of excellence.</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Ensure that as we scale, the FP&A function evolves from a business partnering and KTLO</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl h-lparen">(Keep</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl"> the Lights On) role to one that proactively shapes our strategic direction from an external perspective.</span></li> </ul> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Supporting Investor and Earnings Call Preparation:</span></p> <ul class="listtype-bullet listindent2 list-bullet2" data-testid="bullet-list" data-test-indentation="2"> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Participate in preparing key Q&A materials and support initiatives around earnings calls, ensuring that all financial communications align with our overall strategic vision and shareholder value creation.</span></li> </ul> <h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Requirements</span></h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">1</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz81zz86za1yqhwz88zb93jz90zorz89z0xsvz89z1z87zz75zz80ztlyz122z2">0</span><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">+ years of F</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">inance</span><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe"> experience, in roles of increasing responsibility within </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">an equity research function, or in a corporate role with focus on taking the investor mindset</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Background in SaaS or technology industries</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Superb analytical/quantitative skills and strong executive presence </span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to communicate effectively with senior management, large/small groups and one-on-one</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">Flawless attention to detail and ability to consistently generate a high quality work product is critical as group analysis is presented to C-level management on a regular basis</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-gz71zz89zz86zqz85zz83zsyvz122zz73zz79zz80zcs9xg16z88zz76zqz75zz76z3z66zz86zsz75zz69zs3rz87zz67zz77z3z81zojz68zz86z8z122z">Extensive experience </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">modeling corporate-level financials and maintaining an investor view of company financials</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-4z65zz66zl57z75zyiz66zfr2fz87zwz89znujgz72zurz70zuz72z610z65zz65zlez84zz89zz72z9lz84z1z87zz86zz86ziidbe">S</span><span class=" author-d-gz71zz89zz86zqz85zz83zsyvz122zz73zz79zz80zcs9xg16z88zz76zqz75zz76z3z66zz86zsz75zz69zs3rz87zz67zz77z3z81zojz68zz86z8z122z">trong influencing skills; assertive without being antagonistic or alienating; ability to work in a collaborative and team-centric culture</span></li> </ul> <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Exposure to PLG companies similar to Dropbox</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz80zsz78zz75zwy3xz85zz82z0az76z1z86zkz73zz83zgm7z72zkez75zz73zd8dwl">Experience preparing materials for consumption by senior leadership / board / investor audiences</span></li> </ul> <div> <div> <h2 data-usually-unique-id="044234883370604133046166"><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz81zqz90zkz74zz76zeez80zz68zz89zz88zvqz86zuxlz73zexxz80zz73z6d6z72zz79zsz77z">Compensation</span></h2> </div> </div>

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