Senior Financial Analyst

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst based in the United States.** Join a high-growth technology environment where finance plays a key role in driving strategic business decisions. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will support financial planning, forecasting, and operational analysis for critical business functions. You will act as a financial partner to leadership teams, helping translate complex data into actionable insights that improve efficiency and profitability. This role combines hands-on financial modeling, reporting, and collaboration across departments in a fast-paced SaaS organization. You will help shape budgeting processes, identify business opportunities, and improve financial visibility across the company. The ideal candidate is an analytical and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys solving complex business challenges. ### Accountabilities: - Lead financial planning and analysis activities, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial modeling for key business functions. - Partner with department leaders to gather financial inputs, align spending plans with strategic priorities, and support effective resource allocation. - Build and enhance financial models to forecast operating expenses, identify trends, and highlight potential risks and opportunities. - Perform detailed variance analysis by comparing actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions. - Prepare clear financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate insights and support leadership decision-making. - Monitor and analyze operating expenses, including technology-related spending, to ensure alignment with financial objectives. - Develop and maintain key performance indicators to measure efficiency, effectiveness, and financial performance. - Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes by ensuring accurate and timely financial data. - Collaborate with finance teams and business stakeholders to improve reporting consistency, processes, and operational efficiency. - Communicate financial insights clearly to both financial and non-financial audiences across the organization. **Requirements:** - 3–5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally within a SaaS, technology, or high-growth business environment. - Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. - Strong experience with financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and business analysis. - Proficiency with spreadsheet tools, including advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills. - Experience with financial planning platforms such as Workday or Adaptive Planning is a plus. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to diverse stakeholders. - Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment. - Strong business acumen, proactive mindset, and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. - Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality results. - Ability to work remotely while supporting teams operating in Eastern and Central time zones. **Benefits:** - Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. - Fully remote work environment with flexibility to support work-life balance. - Opportunity to contribute to financial strategy within a growing technology organization. - Collaborative culture focused on innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. - Opportunity to work closely with business leade…