About Cat Daddy Games

Cat Daddy Games is more than just a mobile video game company; we are a passionate and close-knit family of creators. Based in Kirkland, Washington, we combine our innovative spirit with the support and expertise of Take-Two Interactive to push the boundaries of what's possible in the gaming industry. With our focus on live service projects like WWE SuperCard and NBA 2K Mobile we constantly strive to deliver engaging and unforgettable moments for our players.

What We Need

The Manager of Performance & Planning is Cat Daddy’s primary steward of financial health and operational excellence. Sitting at the crossroads of strategy, finance, and studio operations, you will be the primary stakeholder in the P&L, guide budgeting and forecasting, and help build high‑impact investment decisions that accelerate growth while safeguarding profitability. You are equally comfortable in the weeds of a spreadsheet and in executive meetings articulating a vision for sustainable scale.

This is an in-person role, based in Kirkland, WA.

What You Will Do

Studio Business Optimization

• Lead studio annual budgeting, quarterly re‑forecasts, and real‑time variance analysis to ensure the studio meets or exceeds plan

• Systems and service oversight related to project allocation and reporting

• Serve as the internal finance partner to production, live‑ops, marketing, and central tech teams, translating financial insights into actionable plans

• Solve urgent business questions: player lifetime value (LT, pricing scenarios, cost‑benefit trade‑offs, providing clear, data‑backed recommendations

• Educate non‑finance partners, build tools & dashboards, and cultivate a culture of financial ownership across the studio

• Act as Cat Daddy’s finance ambassador to 2K and Take Two; ensure flawless consolidation, reporting accuracy, and alignment of strategic objectives

Program Performance Oversight & Planning

• Evaluate and manage major spend requests and perform return on investment analyses on key projects, events, and initiatives

• Evaluate new growth opportunities (game features, platform expansion, partnerships) for strategic fit and financial viability

• Set, forecast, and track studio‑wide targets; facilitate alignment sessions to drive accountability against targets

Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit

• 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or business operations, ideally within gaming, technology, or entertainment

• Proven ownership of a full P&L (>$50 M) and expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling

• Strong analytical toolkit: Excel/Google Sheets wizardry, experience with BI platforms (Looker, Tableau, PowerBI) and SQL familiarity

• Shown ability to influence senior leaders and cross‑functional teams through clear communication and financial data story‑telling

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Business, Economics, or a quantitative field

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or relevant advanced degree.

• Experience in free‑to‑play mobile games or live‑service content businesses is a plus!

• Comfortable navigating publisher/developer relationships and distributed studio structures.

• A passion for video games!

Additional Information

At Cat Daddy, we believe diversity of experience is fundamental to crafting accessible and fun gaming experiences for all of our players. We encourage everyone to consider being a part of our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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The pay range for this position in Washington at the start of employment is expected to be between $123,200 and $182,360 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards and eligibility to participate in our 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Regular, full-time employees are also eligible for a range of benefits at the Company, including: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage; 14 paid holidays per calendar year; paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility to participate in the Company’s discretionary time off program; up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year; paid parental and compassionate leave; wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support; family planning support through Maven; commuter benefits; and reimbursements for fitness-related expenses.

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