Strategic Projects Manager, Pennylane
Financial management & accounting platform
Job no longer available
Financial management & accounting platform
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To build the leading financial tool for European SMEs see current job openings.
Role
Who you are
- 5 years of experience in management consulting and/or VC-backed scale-ups
- Proven track record of successfully managing and executing strategic projects in a high-velocity environment
- Strong leadership and communication skills with experience in stakeholder management
- Excellent data analytics skills with experience using data to drive decision-making and outcomes
- Ability to handle ambiguity, with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Fluent in English and French
What the job involves
- We are looking for an accomplished [Strategy and Corporate Development Manager] to join our team in Paris
- This position will play a pivotal role in driving the success of strategic initiatives across the company
- You will be responsible for leading critical projects, managing stakeholders, and providing regular progress updates to the executive team, reporting directly to our [Chief Operating Officer/VP Strategic Initiatives]
- Strategic Initiatives Leadership: Guide a wide array of strategic projects, such as [international expansion, pricing and M&A], from inception to execution. Ensure these initiatives are completed successfully and on time
- Fostering a Data-Driven Culture: Leverage data to spot opportunities, enhance processes, and inform decision-making. Establish and monitor key performance metrics, track progress towards goals, and deliver data-driven insights to the executive team
- Promotion of Operational Excellence: Manage operational tasks including process improvement, data analysis, financial reporting, and external stakeholder relationship management
- Supporting the Executive Team: Act as a trusted advisor and 'wild card' to the Executive Team, amplifying their impact through strategic assistance
- Effective Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary contact for strategic initiatives, coordinating with diverse stakeholders across the organization. Ensure alignment with strategic objectives and timelines
- Proactive Reporting & Communication: Regularly update the executive team on the progress of strategic initiatives, potential obstacles, and suggested solutions. Keep them informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle
Application process
- You will first have a general chat with Orane (Recruiter) : 30 min
- You’ll then have a deeper discussion with Eric ( VP Strategic Initiatives) or Félix (Co-Founder & COO) : 45 min - 1 H
- You’ll then have a case study to prepare at home + a following debrief with Félix & Eric : 1 H
- Focused Interview with Tancrède (CPO & Co-Founder) & Salomé (HRBP)
- Last Round with Arthur (CEO & Co-Founder) : 45 Min
Otta's take
Theo Margolius
COO of Otta
In multiple mature markets, companies have been using QuickBooks, Xero and other SaaS solutions for accounting, but it is a fragmented industry with each country using its own software solution. In France, there is no definitive SaaS solution for accounting.
Pennylane wants to overhaul current tools and modernise the tech stack of accounting firms, by connecting directly with third-party services that hold valuable information. Accounting firms can use Pennylane collaboratively by accessing the platform to centralise receipts, create invoices and automate tasks. Instead of sending information back and forth with spreadsheets and photo attachments, both clients and accounting firms can interact directly on the platform.
Pennylane has a significant market opportunity ahead, with an ambitious goal to become the preferred management platform for European companies. The company already claims 50,000 customers. A recent instalment of funding will allow the company to further develop its platform, looking at artificial intelligence for accountants, and expand to other markets in Europe.
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Feb 2024
$43.5m
SERIES C
May 2023
$32.1m
SERIES C
Total funding: $166.8m
Company benefits
- Work remotely from anywhere in Europe, as long as your contract allows you to
- Company shares to enjoy a piece of the success story you're building with us
- A budget to turn your home into a more comfortable workspace, as well as a monthly allowance to work from a coworking space whenever you feel like it
- Access to 8000 fitness spaces in Europe and more than 300 activities related to wellness through our partner Gymlib
- Access to Busuu to perfect your english or your french
- The latest Apple equipment
- Be part of a vibrant social community: we do lots of sports together (running, climbing...), we love to hang out and have a drink together (Thursday afterwork drinks on our rooftop is a usual thing)
- Twice-a-year company seminars
- Wonderful office in the center of Paris
- 10 additional days off (to the 25 standard ones) for those based in France
- Lunch credits (Swile card) to buy your favorite food every day, for those based in France
- Great healthcare cover (Alan Blue) to take care of yourself and your family, for those based in France
Company values
- Radical Trust
- Supporting SMEs
- Community of Builders
Company HQ
Chaussée-d'Antin, Paris, France
Founders
Arthur Waller
(Co-founder & CEO)Founded PriceMatch in 2012, and progressed from Product Owner to Senior Product Owner at Booking.com between 2015-2018. Co-founded Pennylane in 2020.
Felix Blossier
(Co-founder & COO)Founding Partner of PriceMatch in 2012 and experience as Director General of the French Treasury from 2018-2020. Co-founded Pennylane in 2020.
Alexandre Roquoplo
(Co-founder)Extensive history in finance since 2013. Founded OneCPA in 2018 before co-founding Pennylane in 2020.
Tancrède Besnard
(Co-founder & CPO)Co-founded PriceMatch in 2012. Experience as Product Manager for Booking.com between 2016-2018, and current advisor for Predictus. Co-founded Pennylane in 2020.
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Diversity & Inclusion at Pennylane
Katie Sukholeyster (Talent Acquisition Team Lead)
- We continuously provide unconscious bias training for all the team members
- All company successfully attended D&I Workshop
- Pennylane is a part of Pact Parite Agreement
- We write job descriptions very carefully and we strive to do our best in ensuring everyone can feel welcome to apply to Pennylane
- We strive for full diversity and closely monitor our recruiting efforts through metrics and data
- We provide Mental Health support through our wellness initiatives and benefits to support our team members
- We are working with D&I Community partners to create valuable and actionable content
- Pennylane partners with Ada Tech School to provide support and training for the students
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