We are seeking a Financial Analyst to lead and provide dedicated financial support to our FP&A team and our software verticals within our innovative software business. Reporting to the Senior Director of FP&A, this role will partner closely with business unit leadership to drive financial performance, deliver actionable insights, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong financial acumen, a passion for narrative-driven analysis, and expertise in cloud-based software business models and economics.
location: Alpharetta, Georgia
job type: Permanent
salary: $90,000 - 110,000 per year
work hours: 8 to 5
education: Bachelor's degree
experience: 3 Years
responsibilities:
- Financial Modeling & Budgeting: Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range planning for assigned software verticals. Incorporate could-specific metrics such as ARR, MRR, Gross/Net Retention, Churn, and customer acquisition costs.
- Management Reporting: Develop and deliver concise, high-impact management reports, exhibits, and dashboards tailored to vertical leadership and senior audiences. Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
- Deep Variance Analysis: Conduct thorough variance analysis to identify drivers of performance beyond the numbers, including operations, market, and customer trends. Provide root-cause insights and recommendations to optimize business outcomes.
- Narrative Crafting: Partner with vertical and senior business leadership to craft compelling financial and strategic narratives for board presentations, investor updates, and internal reviews. Align storytelling with business objectives and market dynamics.
- Business Partnering: Act as a strategic partner to business partners, providing real-time financial guidance on business performance, investment decisions, and resource allocation to drive efficiency and growth.
- KPI Development and Monitoring: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to cloud-software, such as customer lifetime value (LTV), annual recurring revenue (ARR), monthly recurring revenue (MRR), customer acquisition costs (CAC) economics, gross and net margin waterfalls and retention, and other trends.
- Ad-hoc Analysis: Support special projects, including M&A evaluations, competitive benchmarking, and scenario planning to drive vertical growth and profitability.
- Process Improvements: Identify opportunities to streamline FP&A processes, enhance data accuracy, and leverage automation tools to improve efficiency.
- Purchase Order Analysis: Review and analyze existing and new purchase orders for remaining levels of spend in accordance with budgeted allowances and provide first line approvals / rejections of unbudgeted purchase request.
qualifications:
- Industry experience in Software and/or SaaS
- Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field
- Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive FP&A experience, with a track record of supporting senior leadership in a software company
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and Excel (pivot tables, complex lookup formulas, etc.)
- Experience with cloud-based FP&A tools (e.g., Adaptive Insights and NetSuite) and BI platforms
- Familiarity with SaaS models, metrics, revenue recognition principles, and margin analysis
- Exceptional ability to perform deep variance analysis, connecting financial results to operational and market drivers
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a knack for crafting clear, persuasive financial narratives for diverse audiences
- Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented software environment with an ability to prioritize effectively
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
skills: Budgeting, Business Analysis, Financial Planning, Excel Pivot Tables, Finance Model, Financial Reporting - Internal, Analysis - Risk
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
