Finance Manager - Business Development

The Finance Manager- Business Development serves as a strategic financial partner to the Business Development team and is accountable for the financial design, evaluation, and execution of the RFP process. This role provides advanced financial analysis, modeling, and business intelligence to support Business Development decision-making and overall commercial success.

The Finance Manager works closely with Finance and Accounting partners to ensure strong alignment between RFP financials, operating and capital forecasts, and post-award performance against pro forma expectations. This role operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and requires exceptional organization, prioritization, and judgment.

The position reports directly to the Director of Finance- Business Development and regularly collaborates with Finance and Accounting Managers, Directors, VPs, the CDO/CFO, and cross-functional leaders throughout the organization. This is an individual contributor role with significant influence and ownership, but no direct people management responsibilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead development and continuous improvement of financial benchmarks, insights, and analytics for Business Development.
• Own pro forma, executive summaries, and financial deliverables for RFPs and negotiations.
• Advise leadership on deal structure, profitability, and financial risks.
• Contribute to short-term and long-term financial and commercial strategies across Finance and Business Development.
• Track and analyze the Business Development pipeline, retention metrics, capex, and key financial indicators.
• Prepare and present financial reporting and insights to support performance and decision-making.
• Coordinate with cross-functional business partners to ensure financial deliverables are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Build strong, trusted relationships across Finance, Accounting, and Business Development while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure post-RFP performance analysis is accurate; recommend KPIs and scorecards.
• Promote best practices, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 Years of experience in finance roles such as Finance Manager or Senior Financial Analyst.
• Demonstrated leadership through influence and ownership, strong business acumen.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field; strong financial analysis and modeling skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods of time
• May require some lifting up to 15 lbs
• Position is based in Atlanta, GA