FP&A Senior Analyst (Western US (Pacific Time Zone))
MarqetaFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess 7+ years of experience in high-intensity, high-accountability environments such as high-growth startups, private equity, investment banking, or management consulting, with at least 2 years leading financial/business performance reporting cycles. A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or a related quantitative field is required, along with strong financial modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis, and revenue/margin analytics experience. Proficiency in G-Suite or Excel/PowerPoint is necessary, and familiarity with FP&A tools like Pigment or Anaplan is a plus. SQL and Looker experience are preferred.
The Staff Finance professional will serve as the primary FP&A thought partner to a high-performing vertical, driving financial planning, forecasting, and business analysis to enhance revenue and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include owning performance reporting, leading financial planning and scenario modeling, providing real-time insights for decision-making, driving business reviews, and developing models for pricing, monetization, and investment strategies. The role involves cross-functional partnership to evaluate new opportunities, optimize resources, assess ROI, and ensure finance is integrated into daily operations and long-term strategy. Additionally, the individual will manage strategic resource allocation to maximize ROI and reinforce execution standards for quality and impact.
Financial guidance platform for personal finance
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