FP&A Analyst

Who We're Looking For - FP&A Analyst

The Marketing Solutions division within Clearlink is looking for an FP&A Analyst to be responsible for oversight and preparation of budgets, forecasts, month-end reporting and analysis, operational and management reporting, trend analysis, and ad hoc analysis to support management decision-making for new initiatives.

The FP&A Analyst will support the Directors of Finance & Accounting in preparing and reviewing a variety of complex financial data and will maintain and update the marketing/sales financial models and forecasts. They will review actuals vs. forecasts, investigate material variances, develop tools for improving the forecasting and actual results and roll them out to the executive and management team.

The Impact You Will Make

• Planning process – Direct the compilation of business unit plans and present analyses of forecasted amounts in relation to actual results and previous forecasts and expectations. Highlight and understand major assumptions and their effects on the budget/forecast.
• Financial modeling – Prepare comprehensive financial models with an integrated set of financial statements, assumptions (such as revenue, margins and working capital requirements) and metrics. Analyze past results and future outcomes in conjunction with market analyses to develop recommendations for changes in model assumptions. Perform sensitivity analyses to assess a reasonable range of outcomes.
• Financial analysis – Present analyses on forecasts and trends. Analysis for forecasts includes identifying, understanding and communicating changes in forecasts. Trends must also be identified, often by detailed data analysis. Expectation for this individual to identify cost savings opportunities for the Company. Financial analysis also encompasses leveraging tools to quickly access data and present meaningful, concise information.
• Business analysis – Prepare executive summaries for topics such as market analyses, macro-economic conditions, and financial metrics. These types of analyses require an ongoing understanding of key markets, competition, and economic conditions. They also require an understanding of how these factors affect various aspects of our business, as well as our relative position in markets. Identifying and conveying key influences on our businesses and trends is encouraged.
• Process improvement – Continuously develop systems and processes. Evaluate current processes, identify best practices, develop plans to reach goals and implement improvements..
• Interdepartmental Collaboration - Interacting cross-functionally with stakeholders across Partner Strategy/Account Management, Marketing, and Sales.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or other related fields, MBA preferred
• Advanced Excel skills required. Proficiency in SQL strongly preferred
• 1-2 years experience in FP&A or other finance-related roles
• Excellent eye for business and ability to relay objectives and translate data to partners within the organization
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to work cross functionally with multiple teams and communicate effectively
• Strong sense of drive, grit, and initiative when pursuing strategic objectives

Perks That Set Us Apart

• Healthcare: We offer low-cost, competitive health coverage (domestic partners included!) with employer-paid counseling services.
• Invest in the Future: Enjoy 401(k) matching after just two months of employment, with employer matching starting at ~3%.
• ️Lifestyle Spending Stipends: Access an employer-paid spending account for physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing expenses.
• ️Flexible Time Off: We offer competitive time-off balances that accrue weekly, just like your paycheck. (Yes, we're paid weekly too!)
• Parental Leave: We provide 2 weeks of paid parental leave during the first year and up to 6 weeks after one year of employment.
• ✈️Generous Paid Holidays: Celebrate cultural diversity with additional flex holidays in addition to our company paid holidays.
• Hybrid Work Options: Embrace the flexibility and collaboration of hybrid working. This position will be expected to work in the office 4 days and remotely 1 day a week.
• World Class Facility: With onsite restaurants, a 7,000 sqft gym, pickleball & basketball courts, spin class/pilates room, bikes, massages, and so much more.
• Comprehensive Life Insurance: Ensure peace of mind with coverage that extends beyond the workplace with employer paid life insurance (including coverage for dependents and spouses).

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Join us in fostering connections, celebrating diversity, and providing a supportive community for all.

At Clearlink, we go beyond the basics, ensuring your experience with us is not just professionally fulfilling but personally enriching too.

Interviewing at Clearlink

We know interviews can be stressful. Here are some stages you can expect from a typical interview with Clearlink.

• Once your application is submitted, we will review it and be in touch
• 30-min phone call with the Recruiting Team
• 30-min - 1 hour interview with the Hiring Manager
• 30-min - 1 hour interview with a Clearlink Panel

Some interview processes can vary, depending on the role. Your recruiter will give you a role-specific interview process during your first phone call.