Senior Financial Analyst

Trident Consulting • Remotes, CA

1d • Remote

About The Position

The FP&A Analyst is part of the Corporate Finance team and focuses on balance sheet and cash flow forecasting, financial analysis, and decision support. The role requires working independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment and reports to the Corporate Finance Director. The position is remote and offered on a contract basis for six or more months, with the potential for extension.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of Accounting or Finance experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance concepts, particularly balance sheets and cash flow statements.
• Experience with budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and manage ambiguity.
• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with NetSuite and/or Adaptive.
• Experience using AI and automation tools for FP&A, reporting, or forecasting.
• Experience or interest in Cybersecurity and/or SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly balance sheet and cash flow forecasting.
• Forecast and analyze deferred revenue, accounts receivable, billings and collections, interest receivable, interest income and expense, leases, and other assets and liabilities.
• Prepare variance analyses comparing actuals to forecasts and current forecasts to prior forecasts.
• Partner with Accounting, Procurement, Treasury, Data Analytics, Operations Forecasting, and Technical Accounting teams to support accurate reporting and forecasting.
• Use AI and automation tools to streamline recurring reporting and forecasting processes.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects to support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and cycle time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level