Staff Financial Analyst – Global Sales

Proofpoint•Sunnyvale, CA

8d•$124,100 - $244,200

About The Position

About Us: Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. How We Work: At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities Accountable for results and best in class outcomes Visionary in future focused problem-solving Exceptional in execution and impact The Role and the Team We are seeking an experienced finance leader with progressive FP&A experience to partner with our Worldwide Sales organization. This role will serve as a strategic advisor to Sales leadership, owning the planning, forecasting, and reporting processes for headcount, expenses, and GTM investments. You will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, driving operational efficiency, and influencing decisions that impact revenue growth. This is a high-visibility position with significant exposure to senior executives.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in FP&A or finance roles, with a strong background in sales finance or GTM support.
Proven ability to partner with senior business leaders and influence strategic decisions.
Deep understanding of financial planning, forecasting, and variance analysis.
Advanced proficiency in Excel (complex modeling) and PowerPoint; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Adaptive Planning) a plus.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and expense recognition (ASC 606 familiarity preferred).
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; comfortable interacting with executives.
Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and deliver under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
Experience in high-growth SaaS or technology environments.
Strong analytical mindset with a strategic perspective and operational execution capability.
Collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead FP&A support for Worldwide Sales, including annual planning, quarterly forecasts, and monthly outlooks.
Provide strategic variance analysis on expenses, headcount, and GTM investments; deliver actionable insights to Sales leadership.
Own and enhance financial models to accurately forecast performance and support decision-making.
Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs to measure sales productivity and cost efficiency.
Partner cross-functionally with Sales Ops, HR, and Accounting to align headcount planning and resource allocation.
Drive process improvements and implement scalable tools to support a rapidly growing global sales organization.
Prepare executive-level presentations for senior leadership and contribute to Board-level reporting as needed.