Senior Financial Analyst - Vectra
San Jose, CA
About the Job
Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.
The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information, visit www.vectra.ai.
Vectra is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the R&D and G&A FP&A functions. Reporting to the Director, Corporate Finance, this role will partner closely with senior leaders across WW G&A and R&D to drive financial/strategic execution for the business. We are looking for a hands-on contributor that is highly quantitative and analytical, but also possesses the ability to collaborate, drive strategic objectives and influence decisions with business partners and other cross-functional teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing company in a high profile role that will have a significant impact on strategic planning and decision making at Vectra.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning and forecasting efforts for R&D, G&A and Operations functions, including long range plan, annual financial plan, and monthly forecasts.
- Partner with functional leaders to develop a financial plan that is clear, measurable, cost efficient and effective at driving behaviors that maximize top line growth while optimizing cost.
- Develop financial models that reflect a coordinated approach between Corporate and functional initiatives, investment priorities and efficiency goals.
- Deliver analysis and reporting of the business' financial results including variances to plan, ensuring key issues, risks, and business drivers are understood and highlighted.
- Analyze key performance indicators, financial trends and develop key insights and recommendations.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to drive operational efficiency and analytical decision-making support for business partners.
- Drive continual process improvement particularly within our planning tools leveraging best practices, standardization, and automation to scale the business.
- Perform ad-hoc analysis as needed and present findings to senior management.
Ideal candidates will have:
- 2-5 years of progressive finance experience working in high-growth environments, preferably in a SaaS company.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) and proven experience in developing collaborative working relationships with diverse teams across.
- Corporate FP&A experience required; R&D or G&A finance experience preferred.
- Experience consolidating financial results within financial planning tools required; Experience using Adaptive Planning preferred.
- Prior Tableau or Power BI visualization experience preferred.
- Advanced financial modeling capabilities in Excel and proficiency in PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with extreme attention to detail.
- Self-starter with ability to be agile in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.
Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.