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The Organization What if K-12 education were designed to help all students develop lives of meaning and purpose? Wayfinder, a division of Lemnis, was founded at the Stanford d.school to answer this question. Our goal is to double our impact each year for the coming years. Our vision is to become the preeminent future-readiness curriculum company in the world — leading the global movement of purpose, meaning, and belonging-based education worldwide. Wayfinder joined the Lemnis Collective as a nonprofit division in 2026. As a public charity, Lemnis is dedicated to the concept of the unlimited learner. Their mission is to create more accessible, flexible, learner-centered systems that help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of the future. Wayfinder and Lemnis share that vision, especially when it comes to supporting learners in underserved communities and the institutions that serve them. Wayfinder is the third organization to join the Lemnis Collective. The Collective brings mission-aligned organizations (both for-profit assets and nonprofits with earned revenue) under the Lemnis umbrella through mergers and acquisitions. Lemnis provides long-term, mission-driven investment, stability, freedom from the pressure of constant fundraising, and operational and strategic support, so organizations like Wayfinder can stay focused on our mission, impact, growth, and innovation. What We Value You’ll be joining a team of incredibly motivated and dedicated staff members committed to living our organization's values. We work collaboratively across teams, and we feel and act like a purpose-driven organization . To the best of our abilities, each person’s role aligns with their own sense of purpose, which feeds into Wayfinder’s larger sense of purpose. Read this article about our workplace culture in Conscious Company . We value equal access, inclusive community, and belonging, and these values are represented in our product, our team, and our school partners. Product : We develop our learning tools using human-centered design principles. We work with grade-level experts to ensure our curriculum is developmentally appropriate and engaging at all levels. Every Wayfinder lesson is supported by relevant research, prototyped in classrooms, and vetted by teachers over rounds of feedback and iteration. We use Universal Design for Learning principles to give every student an equal opportunity to succeed. Team : Our team is composed of people from all different backgrounds and walks of life. We intentionally recruit, hire, and work with people of all identities + experiences. We focus on belonging : being connected, accepted, and valued by the people around us. School Partners : We intentionally target a wide array of educational partners , from traditional to non-traditional, that work with a range of students from different socioeconomic groups. We’ve taught our curriculum in high-need schools in the Bronx, independent schools in Silicon Valley, and after-school programs in San Antonio. The Role Wayfinder is looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager. This person will be responsible for leading the planning, forecasting, and analysis functions that support strategic decision-making across the business. This role plays a critical part in translating financial data into actionable insights to drive performance and growth. Our ideal candidate has experience managing end-to-end financial analysis and forecasting in the startup space, working cross-functionally, and has the ability to translate financial findings to both internal and external stakeholders. This person is detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and advanced in their technical and financial skills. Experience in the tech space, and with SaaS based subscription models preferred. The FP&A Manager will report to the SVP Strategy, Finance & Operations, Wayfinder Division. We strongly encourage people from traditionally underrepresented populations in tech - such as women, People of Color, People with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ people, etc - to apply! Responsibilities This person will own the financial function at Wayfinder. Key responsibilities of a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager at Wayfinder include: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes Providing insightful financial analysis to support commercial and strategic initiatives Managing the preparation of management reports and performance dashboards Partnering across departments to identify trends, risks, and opportunities Developing and maintaining complex financial models and scenario analyses Driving process improvements in planning and reporting functions Presenting financial insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders Ensuring alignment between financial outcomes and business objectives Supporting investment analysis, business cases, and capital planning Ensuring compliance with internal financial governance and corporate policies Monitoring financial performance against KPIs and communicating variance drivers Collaborating with accounting, tax, and revenue teams to ensure data integrity and alignment Requirements A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or equivalent professional experience is required. Significant experience in financial planning and analysis within the tech space, focused on SaaS models, is essential. Key skills and attributes for success in this role include: Five to eight years of proven experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and business analysis Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting Advanced Google Sheet/Excel skills Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) is highly regarded Experience with ERP systems and FP&A software Ability to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadership High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency Independent, self-starter who takes ownership without waiting to be told Benefits We offer a competitive package that is based on location and experience. We also offer the following benefits: + 403b: We care about your ability to save for your future. + Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families. + Time Off: Unlimited PTO policy to encourage people to get out and see the world. + Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision policies + a monthly wellness stipend. + Goodies: Whatever hardware and software you need to get the job done. + Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, annual retreat, and celebrations. + Learning: Learning & Development Opportunities to grow your skills and career. + Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference! + Flexible culture: We are results-focused and entirely remote. + And much more! Lots of other perks make this company an incredible place to work. Location Remote work. Wayfinders’ regular operating hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The daily work schedule may vary depending on the crew in which you are working. Next Steps, If Interested If you are interested, please fill out the job application here. Applications will close at 5PM PST on September 25, 2026. EEO Statement At Wayfinder, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Wayfinder is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Pay Transparency Wayfinder compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Wayfinder’s total compensation package. Additionally, Wayfinder provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, a monthly stipend, office buildout stipend, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Reasonable Accommodations Wayfinder is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact HR at hr@withwayfinder.com. Additional Notice Please note that this job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

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What We Value
Read this article about our workplace culture in Conscious Company .
We value equal access, inclusive community, and belonging, and these values are represented in our product, our team, and our school partners.
The FP&A Manager will report to the SVP Strategy, Finance & Operations, Wayfinder Division.
We strongly encourage people from traditionally underrepresented populations in tech - such as women, People of Color, People with Disabilities, and LGBTQ+ people, etc - to apply!
This person will own the financial function at Wayfinder. Key responsibilities of a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager at Wayfinder include:
Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
Providing insightful financial analysis to support commercial and strategic initiatives
Managing the preparation of management reports and performance dashboards
Partnering across departments to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Developing and maintaining complex financial models and scenario analyses
Driving process improvements in planning and reporting functions
Presenting financial insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders
Ensuring alignment between financial outcomes and business objectives
Supporting investment analysis, business cases, and capital planning
Ensuring compliance with internal financial governance and corporate policies
Monitoring financial performance against KPIs and communicating variance drivers
Collaborating with accounting, tax, and revenue teams to ensure data integrity and alignment
A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or equivalent professional experience is required. Significant experience in financial planning and analysis within the tech space, focused on SaaS models, is essential.
Key skills and attributes for success in this role include:
Five to eight years of proven experience in FP&A, financial modeling, and business analysis
Strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
Advanced Google Sheet/Excel skills

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