Manager of Financial Reporting

Who is CADY?

CADY exists to inspire and unleash human potential. Started in 1999, we have become the fastest growing photography company in the U.S., with an average 20% growth each year. Through photography, classroom solutions, school branding, and more, we deliver an experience unlike anything in our industry. We are an innovative company competing to outdo ourselves, year after year. As the nation’s premier school photography company, we engage with students, schools, and our team members to make them feel accepted and empowered. CADY’s mission is to go beyond a portrait and to provide a premier experience for the extraordinary- because each of our guests, school partners, and team members are utterly extraordinary.

Who are you?

You are an ambitious, detail oriented team member who finds joy in making meaningful connections with people. You have a true passion for creating memorable experiences for people. You see beyond the surface of interactions and recognize that every person has a story and the idea of being a part of that is exciting! You enjoy working hard and celebrating hard. You love the opportunity to exceed expectations- and be rewarded for your contribution to the company!

Job Summary

At CADY, our Finance team is building a best-in-class reporting function that turns financial data into clear, actionable insight for leadership across a rapidly growing, multi-entity business. As the Manager of Financial Reporting, you will play a key role in the monthly and quarterly reporting cycle, working closely with the FP&A team to build and deliver Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) packets that explain not just what happened, but why.

This role will help bridge Accounting and FP&A initiatives at a consolidated level — taking the numbers Accounting closes each month and helping translate them, alongside the FP&A team, into forward-looking insight leadership can act on.

While sitting within FP&A and reporting to the Director of FP&A, this highly visible role partners closely with the Accounting Team, the rest of the FP&A team, and business leaders to ensure financial results are reported accurately, analyzed thoroughly, and communicated clearly. You'll lead variance analysis against budget and forecast, translate financial data into narrative insight, and help build reporting processes that scale with CADY's growth.

The ideal candidate loves the "why" behind the numbers — a strong analytical mind who enjoys variance analysis, financial storytelling, and cross-functional partnering, and who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & MD&A

• Prepare financial reporting packages, including consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Partner with the FP&A team to build and deliver Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) packets that pair financial results with forward-looking context and KPI trends.
• Draft clear, leadership-ready commentary that explains the key drivers behind financial performance.
• Assist in creating the process for balance sheet and cash flow analysis and forecasting; build executive reporting that helps make critical growth decisions
• Support the annual capital budget preparation process in partnership with Accounting, FP&A, and various business owners
• CAPEX Analysis and fixed asset tracking and reporting, including capital project schedules and rollforwards.
• Prepare and review supporting schedules and materials used in leadership presentations.

Variance Analysis & Business Insights

• Conduct monthly variance analysis as part of the fast-paced close process, partnering with Accounting, FP&A, and business owners to explain budget and forecast variances across the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow; identify action items where needed
• Track and report on core KPIs, in partnership with the FP & A team.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support leadership decision-making.

Cross-Functional Partnering

• Help drive successful partnership between Accounting and FP&A — ensuring actuals, variance drivers, and KPI context flow cleanly from close into forecasting and business-partnering work.
• Serve as the primary reporting-side partner to the FP&A team, ensuring alignment between actuals and forecast/budget assumptions.
• Partner with business leaders on financial reporting initiatives and accounting policy questions as they arise; perform technical accounting research in various areas and draft technical memos
• Respond to questions from cross-functional business partners with a high level of customer service.

Process Improvement & Leadership

• Identify process improvement and automation initiatives within Sage Intacct, Domo, and other financial and reporting systems to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Play a key role in developing a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Job Requirements (Qualifications, Skills, & Education)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting, FP&A, or accounting, with a strong analytical and variance-analysis focus. Public accounting experience is highly preferred.
• CPA a plus, not required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting fundamentals.
• Experience preparing MD&A or management reporting packages, translating data into clear business narrative.
• Proven experience managing or contributing to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting cycles.
• Experience with ERP and BI/reporting tools (Sage Intacct, Domo, or comparable) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP (or VLOOKUP), and SUMIFS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to turn numbers into a story leadership can act on.
• Comfortable partnering cross-functionally with both the Accounting and FP&A teams.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable operating with ownership in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Extended periods of viewing computer screens
• Moderate noise and other potential sensory stimulants (business office with computers, phone, printers, music, and light foot traffic)
• Able to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Able to occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach within an office environment
• Able to lift and move items up to 15 lbs., such as files, office supplies, or equipment

Benefits and Perks

• Health, Vision & Dental Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching
• Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Eligible for CADY's annual bonus program
• Annual family portrait "Hero" Session
• A beautifully designed Innovation Center
• Pet friendly environment
• Office cafe with snacks and beverages
• Career progression, our highest priority is to promote from within