We are seeking a proactive
Business Finance Analyst to join our finance team. The successful candidate will partner with business stakeholders to provide financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting support, and performance insights that drive decision-making. This role requires strong analytical skills, effective communication, and proficiency with financial modeling and reporting tools.
Key Responsibilities - Business Finance Analysis & Reporting
- Develop, maintain, and automate financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support strategic planning and business initiatives.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting, including variance analysis versus budget and prior periods, and provide actionable insights to business leaders.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Product) to translate operational drivers into financial impacts and to support business case development.
- Support annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes, aggregating inputs, validating assumptions, and reconciling results to corporate targets.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics, identify trends and risks, and recommend opportunities to improve performance and profitability.
- Assist with ad hoc analysis and special projects, including pricing analysis, cost optimization initiatives, and investment evaluations.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial reporting tools and dashboards; implement process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency.
- Support month-end close activities as needed, ensuring financial data used for analysis is reconciled and reliable.
Required Qualifications - Business Finance Analyst Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, or related analytical roles.
- Advanced proficiency with Excel (including pivot tables, lookups, and complex formulas) and experience building financial models.
- Experience with BI and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP) preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information into clear recommendations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to present findings to non-finance stakeholders and influence decision-making.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications - Certifications & Tools
- MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant certification is a plus.
- Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive Insights) and process automation is an advantage.
- Prior experience supporting commercial teams, subscription or SaaS metrics, and margin analysis is beneficial.
Work Environment & Compensation
- Full-time position with an onsite work model.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional development and support for continuing education and relevant certifications.
