Financial Analyst II

Commerce•Austin, TX

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to the Agentic Commerce Era At Commerce, our mission is to empower businesses to innovate, grow, and thrive with our open, AI-driven commerce ecosystem. As the parent company of BigCommerce, Feedonomics, and Makeswift, we connect the tools and systems that power growth, enabling businesses to unlock the full potential of their data, deliver seamless and personalized experiences across every channel, and adapt swiftly to an ever-changing market. Simply said, we help businesses confidently solve complex commerce challenges so they can build smarter, adapt faster, and grow on their own terms. If you want to be part of a team of bold builders, sharp thinkers, and technical trailblazers, working together to shape the future of commerce, this is the place for you. We’re looking for a self-motivated Financial Analyst II to join our FP&A team. In this role, you’ll be at the center of how we measure, forecast, and optimize financial performance. You’ll partner closely with leaders across various departments to deliver the insights that shape company strategy. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes initiative without waiting for direction, and gets energized by turning raw data into compelling financial narratives. You’ll own critical work-streams from day one and have a direct line of sight to executive decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field
3+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related function within a SaaS or technology company
Strong proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets (complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modeling)
Familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite, Sage Intacct) and planning tools (Adaptive Insights, Anaplan)
Deep understanding of SaaS metrics and unit economics: ARR, MRR, churn, NRR, LTV, CAC, cohort analysis
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of workstreams end-to-end
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a creative approach to problem-solving and a demonstrated ability to use data to influence senior leaders, optimize processes, and improve performance
Self-starter with a passion for learning and continuous improvement, comfortable working independently and collaborating across time zones
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, with in-person attendance required three days per week at our Austin Domain office

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and improve dynamic financial models for MRR/ARR forecasting, churn analysis, expansion revenue, and scenario planning
Own the monthly and quarterly financial close process for multiple different areas across SaaS and COR/OPEX
Prepare variance analysis, budget-vs-actual reports, and executive commentary packages for the CFO and leadership team
Partner cross-functionally with G&A, Marketing, Sales, and Services to evaluate ROI and go-to-market investments
Own bottoms-up headcount forecasting across the organization, dynamically accounting for moving pieces including new hires, backfills, exits, transfers, and timing shifts to maintain an accurate and real-time view of people costs
Support annual budgeting and long-range planning cycles, incorporating top-down and bottoms-up methodologies
Collaborate with executive leadership to proactively surface data-driven recommendations on spend optimization, capital allocation, and high-impact investment areas that accelerate growth
Identify and implement process improvements to increase reporting accuracy, reduce cycle times, and improve data integrity
Enthusiastically leverage AI tools and emerging technologies to streamline financial workloads, automate repetitive tasks, and unlock new efficiencies across forecasting, reporting, and data analysis workflows