Senior Analyst FP&A (100% Onsite Chicago, IL)

Aeris • Chicago, IL

17d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Analyst, FP&A to join our finance team. This role will play a critical role in driving planning, forecasting, and financial insights in a fast‑paced, high‑growth SaaS environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical rigor, a problem‑solving mindset, and the ability to move quickly while partnering closely with business stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field
• 3–4+ years of post‑college finance experience, ideally in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or similar analytical roles
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Advanced Excel required; Knowledge of Python strongly preferred
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented problem solver with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑growing, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Proven ability to own workstreams, manage deadlines, and execute with urgency
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with non‑finance stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• SaaS experience strongly preferred, with familiarity in: Revenue and expense modeling and forecasting
• Subscription metrics (ARR, MRR, churn, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Own and drive planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for designated expense categories, including variance analysis and identification of key business drivers
• Support revenue modeling and forecasting for one of the company’s business units, partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to: Understand business performance
• Translate operational activity into financial insights
• Provide actionable, data‑driven recommendations
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise reporting and analysis for finance leadership and business partners
• Support monthly and quarterly performance reporting and forecasting cycles
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, models, and reporting to support a scaling organization, including implementing AI-driven improvements
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and special projects as needed

What This Job Offers

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