Senior FP&A Analyst, Corporate Finance
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled FP&A analysts has surged as companies increasingly rely on data-driven insights to inform their strategic decisions. With the remote work landscape continuing to evolve, professionals with expertise in financial planning and analysis are in high demand, with a 25% growth in job postings over the last year. Gitlab, a leader in DevSecOps, is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to drive financial planning and analysis, leveraging AI and automation. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their skills in financial modeling, revenue forecasting, and strategic planning, as well as their ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, all-remote environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior FP&A Analyst will play a critical role in Gitlab's Corporate FP&A team, responsible for turning complex financial data into actionable insights that inform strategic decisions across the company. This role will own critical company-wide planning and forecasting processes, driving revenue and cash flow analysis, and maintaining the operating and long-term financial models that guide executive and Board-level decision-making. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate financial planning and analysis, with a strong understanding of SaaS revenue concepts and the ability to build and improve financial models.As part of the Corporate FP&A team, the Senior FP&A Analyst will work closely with finance leadership to develop financial forecasts and capital structure decisions that accurately reflect business drivers and investor expectations. The role will also be responsible for driving process improvements across close and planning workflows, leveraging automation and AI-enabled analysis to increase efficiency and reduce manual file management.
What You Will Do
- Lead revenue forecasting and planning work across core revenue components, including annual recurring revenue, churn, and expansion
- Develop financial models, reporting, and analysis that support Corporate FP&A deliverables for finance leadership
- Drive process improvements across close and planning workflows, with a focus on automation, AI-enabled analysis, and faster access to source data
- Partner closely with finance teams, such as accounting and compensation, to support shared planning and reporting needs
- Prepare clear commentary and insights for leadership reviews, including work that informs CFO, board, and audit committee discussions
- Evaluate current workflows and identify opportunities to replace manual file management with more scalable, automated approaches
- Use sound business judgment to connect revenue model outputs to broader financial and operational context
- Communicate progress, risks, assumptions, and open questions clearly in a fast-moving environment with quick turnaround times
What We Are Looking For
- Experience in corporate financial planning and analysis, with ownership of revenue forecasting, planning, or related financial modeling
- Knowledge of SaaS revenue concepts, with a working understanding of annual recurring revenue, churn, expansion, and how these drivers affect company performance
- Ability to build and improve models while keeping accuracy and relevance
- Strong understanding of financial planning and analysis principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- Experience with financial planning and analysis tools, such as Anaplan or Adaptive Insights
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders
Nice to Have
- Experience with AI and automation tools, such as machine learning or robotic process automation
- Knowledge of DevSecOps and the software development lifecycle
- Experience working in a fast-paced, all-remote environment
- Certification in financial planning and analysis, such as the FP&A certification
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible PTO and paid holidays
- Remote work stipend and home office setup allowance
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorship
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
How to Stand Out
- Familiarize yourself with Gitlab's products and values to demonstrate your passion for the company and role
- Develop a strong understanding of SaaS revenue concepts and financial planning principles to stand out in the application process
- Showcase your experience with financial planning and analysis tools, such as Anaplan or Adaptive Insights, and be prepared to provide examples of how you've used these tools in previous roles
- Highlight your ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders, and provide examples of how you've done this in previous roles
- Be prepared to discuss how you've leveraged AI and automation in your previous FP&A roles, and how you see these tools evolving in the field
- Research the company's culture and values, and be prepared to discuss how you see yourself contributing to and thriving in this environment
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