Financial Planning

About Draganfly:

Draganfly Inc. (the "Company") has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety, agriculture, aerial imaging, & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry, Draganfly's focus is on the sale of drone products and services, contract engineering & custom integration product development, and health monitoring products and services.

About The Role:

Draganfly Innovations Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to lead our financial planning and analysis processes. Reporting to the CFO, this role will play a key part in forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, and providing meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making, growth, and profitability across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of financial management principles, and a proven track record of driving process improvements. This is a full-time, remote role based with Draganfly's Finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, scenario analysis, and key business decisions.
• Partner with department leaders to gather input for the annual financial plan, including setting spending limits, establishing revenue goals, and identifying key business drivers.
• Update monthly or quarterly forecasts to assess company performance and identify where adjustments may be needed.
• Analyze financial results, trends, risks, and opportunities to support growth, profitability, and operational decision-making.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, with clear explanations of business impacts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial plans with strategic objectives and department priorities.
• Evaluate potential investments, mergers and acquisitions, product launches, hiring plans, and other growth initiatives through financial analysis and modeling.
• Act as an internal advisor to executives and department heads by translating financial data into actionable insights.
• Drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and internal reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and visibility across the organization.
• Help promote a culture of collaboration and accountability across departments within the organization.

Who are you really?

• You are highly analytical and enjoy turning complex financial data into clear insights that support decision-making.
• You are comfortable building detailed financial models and using them to evaluate scenarios, risks, and growth opportunities.
• You communicate clearly with cross-functional teams and can explain financial information in a practical, approachable way.
• You are proactive, detail-oriented, and focused on improving financial processes, systems, and reporting accuracy.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy partnering with leaders across the organization to support strategic goals.
• You bring a collaborative mindset and help promote accountability across departments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master’s degree, advanced degree in a relevant field, or CPA designation is considered an asset.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Expert financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software applications, such as Vareto.
• Familiarity with various ERP systems.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement analysis, and management reporting.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to be part of high-performing teams within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven mindset.

Compensation package:

• Competitive salary: $115,000 - $130,000 CAD
• Bonus eligibility is included as part of the compensation package.
• Equity / Stock Options: Participation in the company's stock option plan, providing long-term ownership and alignment with company growth.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including a Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Matching RRSP program to support long-term financial planning.
• Generous time-off program, including vacation, wellness days, and the full week off between Christmas