[Remote] Sr. Financial Analyst, Corporate FP&A at Upwork

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Online Marketplaces, Biotechnology, Human Resources, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of progressive experience in FP&A or strategic finance with ownership of forecasting and reporting cycles. They must possess strong financial modeling and analysis skills with advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, and have hands-on experience with forecasting tools like Planful, as well as ERP/reporting systems. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills are also essential.

Responsibilities

The Senior Financial Analyst will lead and manage the end-to-end monthly forecasting process, prepare and deliver monthly management reporting packages to senior leadership, and partner with various departments to validate data and explain variances. They will maintain and improve forecast models, monitor and analyze company-wide metrics, support the annual planning cycle, and build scalable documentation of forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial Forecasting

Management Reporting

Financial Analysis

Data Validation

Variance Analysis

Planful

Financial Modeling

Process Improvement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Upwork

Online platform connecting freelancers and clients

About Upwork

Upwork connects freelancers with clients looking for various services in the gig economy, which focuses on short-term contracts instead of permanent jobs. The platform allows freelancers to create profiles that showcase their skills, while clients can post job listings for specific projects. Freelancers bid on these projects, and clients choose the best candidates based on proposals and reviews. Upwork earns revenue through service fees charged to freelancers based on their earnings, with a tiered structure that rewards long-term client relationships. The platform also offers premium memberships and additional services for enhanced visibility and access to job listings. Upwork provides tools for time tracking, invoicing, and project management, making it easier for both freelancers and clients to manage their work and payments. The goal of Upwork is to facilitate successful project completion by bridging the gap between freelancers and clients.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$143.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Increased competition from Fiverr and Toptal threatens Upwork's market share.

The new Fiverr-style Project Catalog may commoditize services, reducing freelancers' perceived value.

Strategic shifts under new management may not align with current client expectations.

Differentiation

Upwork connects freelancers with clients across diverse industries, enhancing global work opportunities.

The platform offers tools like time tracking and invoicing for efficient project management.

Upwork's tiered fee structure incentivizes long-term client relationships, differentiating it from competitors.

Upsides

Upwork's acquisition of Objective AI enhances its AI capabilities for better talent matching.

The introduction of Featured Jobs increases visibility for job posts, attracting more candidates.

Upwork's recognition as the top job posting site boosts its credibility among employers.

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