Senior Finance & Strategy Analyst, Consumer
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled financial analysts in the fintech space has grown significantly, with a 25% increase in job openings over the past year. As companies like Coinbase continue to disrupt traditional finance, the need for experts who can drive strategic decision-making through data-driven insights has never been more pressing. With the rise of remote work, candidates now have more opportunities to join innovative companies like Coinbase, which is at the forefront of the financial technology revolution. Before applying, candidates should be aware that a strong background in financial modeling, Excel, and strategic planning is essential for success in this role.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Finance & Strategy Analyst position at Coinbase is a critical role that involves driving financial planning and strategy for the Consumer business line. As a key member of the FP&A team, you will be responsible for providing data-driven insights that inform business decisions and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial modeling, Excel, and strategic planning, with experience in managing large expense budgets and delivering forecasts that inform executive decisions.The FP&A team is at the heart of Coinbase's strategic execution, ensuring that the company's resources are deployed effectively to drive growth and power the future of finance. As a Senior Finance & Strategy Analyst, you will own the analysis and planning that guides how resources are allocated and drive efficiency across the Consumer business line.
What You Will Do
- Own end-to-end forecasting, budgeting, and monthly financial deliverables for Consumer OpEx, ensuring precision and on-time delivery across all planning cycles.
- Build and maintain driver-based financial models that quantify risks, opportunities, and scenario outcomes for Consumer leadership.
- Drive monthly variance analysis and month-end close for your areas, partnering with Accounting to maintain data integrity across all financial reporting.
- Partner with Consumer Product, Engineering, Design, and cross-functional leads to translate financial insights into actionable resource allocation recommendations.
- Lead the preparation and presentation of financial analyses during business reviews, converting complex data into clear strategic recommendations.
- Execute proactive deep-dive analyses to surface trends, anomalies, and efficiency opportunities across Consumer operational spend.
- Collaborate with the broader FP&A team to ensure alignment and consistency in financial planning and analysis.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or corporate finance with direct ownership of OpEx planning.
- Track record managing large expense budgets, delivering forecasts, and producing variance analysis that informed executive decisions.
- Demonstrated experience building driver-based financial models and scenario analyses in Excel, with proficiency in SQL for data analysis and at least one planning tool.
- History of partnering cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, or Design teams to align financial plans with business priorities and influence resource allocation.
- Experience in a high-growth tech, fintech, or financial services environment with comfort operating across multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud-based financial planning and analysis tools, such as Anaplan or Adaptive Planning.
- Certification in financial planning and analysis, such as FP&A or CMA.
- Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Flexible PTO policy and paid holidays.
- Remote work stipend and equipment allowance.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of financial modeling and analysis, and be prepared to walk through your experience with complex financial models.
- Highlight your ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and provide examples of successful presentations or written analyses.
- Showcase your experience with cloud-based financial planning and analysis tools, and demonstrate your ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with cross-functional teams, and provide examples of successful collaborations with product, engineering, or design teams.
- Research Coinbase's company culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the company's mission and goals.
- Practice answering behavioral interview questions, and be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience and accomplishments.
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