Business Finance Analyst

Overview

Business Finance Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

- 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.

- 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.