Senior Manager, Corp Planning

About Tala   Tala is AI-native credit infrastructure for the global majority, combining proprietary risk intelligence with an expanding network of capital and distribution partners to power credit access at scale. Backed by more than $500 million in funding, Tala has distributed more than $7 billion in capital to more than 13 million customers across Africa, Latin America, and Asia—building one of the most robust datasets on thin-file borrowers anywhere in the world. Our mission is simple yet bold: to unleash the economic power of the global majority. We are looking for daring, data-driven leaders passionate about building the trust and credit infrastructure for the global majority.   Our pioneering work and proven impact have earned us consistent recognition, including being named to: CNBC’s Disruptor 50 for five years. CNBC’s World's Top Fintech Companies for two consecutive years. Forbes’ Fintech 50 list for nine consecutive years. Visionary investors, persuaded by the economic power of the global majority, have committed half a billion dollars in equity and debt to Tala's success.   Given the global nature of our team, we operate on a remote-first approach with office hubs in Santa Monica, CA (HQ); Nairobi, Kenya; Mexico City, Mexico; Manila, the Philippines; and Bangalore, India.   Most Talazens join us because they connect with our mission. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Tala, we’d love to hear from you! The Role We're seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Manager, Corp Planning to join our Strategic finance team. This isn’t your typical number-crunching gig – you’ll be the financial storyteller who transforms data into insights that drive real business decisions. In this role, you will be responsible for financial forecasting and reporting activities; such as building a sustainable long-term financial model, preparing and conducting monthly financial reviews with key stakeholders as well as performing ad-hoc analysis. You will also collaborate cross-functionally across Finance and business teams to streamline processes, identify efficiency opportunities, and strengthen our reporting and financial controls. An ideal candidate operates with significant autonomy and independence. This candidate will have advanced financial modeling skills and the ability to influence the decisions of business partners through effective verbal and written communication What You'll Do

Financial Modeling & Forecasting: 

Develop, refine and maintain sophisticated financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and business case analysis

Lead the development and execution of the annual operating budget, long-range strategic plans, and regular financial forecasts (e.g., quarterly, monthly, rolling forecasts)

Collaborate with various departments to gather inputs, understand key drivers, and ensure alignment with business objectives

Design and implement planning frameworks and methodologies to improve accuracy and efficiency

Strategic Initiatives:

Understand the key drivers of the business (e.g. origination, repayment, conversion, unit economics/lifetime value of customer) and collaborate with global cross-functional teams as needed

Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial insights and recommendations to achieve strategic goals.

Partner with senior leadership to evaluate business opportunities and capital allocation strategies

Reporting & Communication: 

Prepare and present clear and concise financial reports and insights to senior management, facilitating effective communication and decision-making.

Monitor and report on key financial and operational metrics, providing insights to drive performance and accountability.

What You'll Need

5+ years of experience in business finance, forecast & budgeting, or other finance-focused competency experience

Strong understanding of financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and GAAP principles.

Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Pigment, Anaplan) and large ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).

Experience in managing multiple competing priorities effectively

Strategic thinking with demonstrated business judgement and quantitative skills

Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and business case development

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.