Finance Analyst - FP&A

Accruent; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 56,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide critical financial planning and analysis support. This role involves conducting in-depth financial analysis, collaborating with senior leaders, and delivering insights on performance metrics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis within the software industry, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Excel. Join a forward-thinking company that values personal development and offers opportunities for growth, while contributing to the financial success of the organization.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of financial analysis experience in the software or technology industry.
• Expertise in Excel and financial forecasting tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and modeling to support business strategies.
• Provide financial reports and analysis on performance metrics.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Forecasting

Excel

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting or related area

Tools

OneStream

NetSuite

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Financial Analyst – FP&A

The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial planning and analysis support to the VP, Financial Planning & Analysis – who supports the Senior Leadership of Accruent. The position requires an individual who is well-versed in the use of financial analysis tools and techniques and has a strong general knowledge about the software business. The principal objective of the position is to help drive financial and performance reporting for all revenue, expense, and forecasting for Accruent leadership team.

This position reports directly to the VP, FP&A.

We are a Remote First company, occasional (10%-15%) travel to our Austin headquarters or other geographical centers of concentration may be required.

How you'll make a difference:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and modeling to support business strategies and initiatives within the software industry.
• Partner with senior leaders (CFO, CSO, CCO) to provide financial reports and analysis on the performance of Annual Recurring Revenue, operating expenses, and ability to support ad hoc analysis.
• Provide forecasting insight and delivery of bookings forecast for the global organization. Partner with the sales organization to get detailed perspective on bookings pipeline and outline any risks or opportunities.
• Assist in the development and management of the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Analyze financial performance against key metrics and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Support leadership development of business models for evaluating returns on investment opportunities and building out long term strategic plans.
• Conduct financial reviews of the company’s monthly performance for the senior management team, CFO, and others as needed.
• Provide financial analysis, variance analysis, and budgeting support throughout the company.
• Deploy new technology (such as AI/ML and ChatGPT) to streamline and accelerate reporting and analysis.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting or a related area.
• 3-4 years of financial analysis, reporting and forecasting experience, preferably in the software or technology industry.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Expert at Excel.
• Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented and good organizational skills.
• Great problem solving and analytical skills.
• Accounting and/or forecasting and planning software experience.
• Ability to work independently and cohesively with others.
• Ability to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Preferred: Experience with forecasting tools, consolidation systems and ERP’s, specifically OneStream, NetSuite, Salesforce.
• Preferred: Knowledge of SaaS Metrics, recurring revenue, churn, NDR.

Future Development:

One of Accruent and Fortive’s core values is that we build extraordinary teams for extraordinary results. Our organization is dedicated to the long-term success and growth of its employees. In this role, you will have the opportunity to get direct coaching and mentorship from the Accruent CFO. You will also have access to a broad network of other Finance professionals across the other Fortive operating companies, who meet regularly to share best practices and engage in talent development.

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Accruent

Personal development and becoming the best you is all about growth and exploring new skills and opportunities – both in and out of the office. At Accruent, we call this Grow Without Limits, and we’re proud to offer each of our employees the resources, coaching and support necessary to achieve Growth Without Limits in their personal and professional lives. Explore where the path takes you.

Accruent is a leading provider of solutions for unifying the built environment —spanning real estate, physical and digital assets, and the integrated technology systems that connect and control them. Accruent continues to set new expectations for how organizations can use data to transform how they manage their facilities and assets. With U.S. headquarters in Austin, Texas, Accruent serves over 5,000 customers in a wide range of industries in more than 100 countries worldwide.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 56,900.00 - 105,700.00.