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Senior Financial Analyst - Strategic Finance

Sphera · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
HybridFinance$109k–$173k/yrFull-time

Sphera is a leading global provider of enterprise software and services that enables companies to manage and optimize their environmental, health, safety, and sustainability. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable, and productive world. We are guided by our core values of Customer Centricity, Accountability, Bias to Action, Innovation, and Collaboration.

About the role

We are looking to hire a Senior Financial Analyst who will play an integral role in various forecasting, planning, and reporting processes. This role will be highly visible among cross-functional stakeholders and provide the opportunity for diverse business exposure. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, an interest in financial data systems, and the ability to design, implement, and improve various reporting processes.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for the Finance team’s data & analytics initiatives, including the maintenance and improvement of existing Alteryx workflows and PowerBI reports across the various Finance team pillars.
  • Prepare financial and operational KPIs including bookings, pipeline, win rates, average selling price, etc., while identifying areas of opportunity to improve results.
  • Assist in the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for the Services / Consulting business, including the analysis of monthly financial results against budgets and re-forecasting annual and quarterly projections based on current financial information.
  • Construct financial models to assist in recurring forecasting processes, annual budgeting, and pro-forma scenario planning for internal and external growth opportunities.
  • Assist with monthly and quarterly reporting presentations for the Executive team and Board of Directors meetings.
  • Assist with M&A activities such as post-acquisition integration of financial data and systems.
  • Perform ad-hoc deep dives on pressing business issues and opportunities across the Company.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
  • 2-4 years of experience in public accounting (preferably Big 4), or 3-5 years of experience in a financial analyst or other related position.
  • Alteryx and PowerBI fluency required.
  • Advanced Excel (including strong modeling skills) and intermediate PowerPoint skills required.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fluid and fast-paced environment with changing responsibilities.
  • NetSuite and Salesforce experience a plus, but not a requirement.

Pay

$109,000.00 - $173,000.00 + Eligible for Variable Compensation Plan

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Flexible Working Schedule

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