Financial Analyst, FP&A
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Financial Analyst to join our finance team. Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Finance and FP&A, this role will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic and financial objectives of our organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and financial planning, providing the insights needed to enable the company’s successful growth and scalability.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in FP&A and a proven track record of effective business partnering with cross-functional teams. You will leverage your expertise to develop and refine financial models, deliver insightful analyses, and guide strategic decision-making. To excel in this role, you must possess exceptional analytical skills, a process-oriented mindset, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
Key responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including FP&A, Accounting, and other business units, to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive management reports and monthly/quarterly financial updates, including budget vs. actual (BvA) analyses, highlighting key trends and variances
- Enable data-driven decision-making by delivering actionable insights through detailed financial reporting, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses
- Partner with business leaders to build and refine forecast scenarios, integrating key assumptions and aligning with organizational goals
- Identify, propose, and implement process improvements to drive efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence across the organization
- Develop and optimize key performance metrics to uncover meaningful trends and provide actionable recommendations to leadership
- Conduct ad hoc analyses to address emerging business questions, evaluate potential opportunities, and support strategic planning efforts
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in Strategic Finance or FP&A roles, with a strong preference for backgrounds in SaaS, management consulting, or investment banking
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel
- Hands-on experience with financial reporting systems, such as NetSuite and Adaptive Planning, is strongly preferred
- Proven ability to collaborate and build strong partnerships with cross-functional leaders, influencing decision-making and driving alignment
- Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to diverse audiences
- Expertise in analyzing and synthesizing large data sets to uncover actionable insights
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability, paired with high standards for accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail
- Strong work ethic, with a passion for excellence and a commitment to high ethical standards
- Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
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The expected annual base salary range for this position is $91,000 - $124,000. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors which include (but aren’t limited to) role level, skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, location, and experience. In addition to base pay, certain roles are eligible to participate in our bonus or commission plans, as well as our benefits offerings, and equity awards. Must be authorized to work in the United States at time of hire and for duration of employment. At this time, we are not able to offer nonimmigrant visa sponsorship for this position.
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