Financial Analyst

Financial AnalystImmediate need for a talented Financial Analyst. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Mountain View, CA (Hybrid).Key Responsibilities:Be a trusted advisor in shaping 1- and 3-year strategic plans, highlighting risks and opportunities to budget and margin.Lead quarterly forecasting cycles, managing driver-based assumptions and timely escalations.Own the monthly close and forecasting cadence, preparing executive-ready commentary on variances.Conduct margin lever and unit economics analysis to inform leadership on business drivers.Partner with the ICS Finance Team to streamline and automate reporting and forecasting processes.Prepare accounting entries and ensure accurate expense tracking and accruals.Key Requirements and Technology Experience:6+ years FP&A experience or equivalent tenure in corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, or analytics.4+ years of experience with financial forecasting or analytic modeling.Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with Hyperion Essbase preferred.Proven track record of translating business results into insightful narratives for leadership teams, ideally in high-growth software environments.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders using data.Detail-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.Self-starter with the ability to manage and execute projects with minimal supervision.Grace under pressure with a good sense of humor and humility.Experience with a Fintech business is a plus.