Financial Analyst

Flexera • Itasca, IL

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About The Position

Flexera is seeking a Financial Analyst to join its FP&A team. This role will provide financial planning and analysis support, focusing on financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis to help grow and drive the business. The Financial Analyst will be instrumental in analyzing, reporting, and forecasting various functional expenses and will play a key role in the expense forecast process. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business issues into clear financial forecasts and analyses.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (preferably in the software / technology sector or in support of an organization with a recurring revenue business model)
• A working knowledge of an enterprise level financial planning system
• Executive presence and demeanor to work closely with the executive team in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Comfortable juggling multiple tasks and proficient working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, while maintaining a great attitude
• Ability to handle highly sensitive, confidential, and non-routine information, in support of a rapidly growing and changing organization
• High degree of integrity, while consistently driving to get things done, and done accurately
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• Minimum of 1-3 years of financial analysis experience, especially in a Finance business partner capacity
• Exceptional written/oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with the ability to prioritize effectively and work with colleagues across businesses and geographies in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent computer skills required, including a high degree of demonstrated Excel expertise and a working knowledge of an enterprise level financial planning system

Nice To Haves

• MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred

Responsibilities

• Expense forecasting, budgeting, strategic planning, and monthly variance analysis
• Serve as a Finance business partner to several areas, providing reporting, modeling, and analysis to drive efficiency and growth
• Develop and/or improve reporting packages for business areas to help leaders understand the financial impact of their organization
• Make timely decisions and draw appropriate conclusions from analysis of business and financial information
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and projects as required

Benefits

• Flexera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• Qualified applicants will be considered for open roles regardless of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local/national laws, policies and/or regulations.
• Flexera understands the value that results from employing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce.
• Our DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) council is the driving force behind our commitment to championing policies and practices that foster a welcoming environment for all.
• Encourage candidates requiring accommodations to please let us know by emailing [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level