Finance Business Analyst

McAfee; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 79,310 - 130,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program

401k Retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Parental Leave

Sick & Vacation time

Diversity & Inclusion programs

Job summary

McAfee is seeking a Financial Analysis professional to own forecasting, perform variance analysis, and deliver executive‑level insights. You’ll partner with Retention, Acquisition, and Data Analytics to translate performance into actionable guidance.

The role blends financial modeling with AI‑driven reporting and requires collaboration across teams in a hybrid Frisco, TX office. Strong Excel, SQL, and analytics skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial analysis, FP&A, or related roles.
• Degree in a quantitative field preferred; MBA helpful.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling with AI tools.
• SQL or Alteryx for data extraction and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own Finance Forecasting processes and convert goals into daily/weekly projections.
• Perform variance analysis, identify risks/opportunities, and support decisions.
• Build scalable analytics frameworks improving visibility to segments.
• Leverage AI models to enhance reporting and financial modeling.
• Track initiatives by timing, channel, source, and financial impact.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with marketing, pricing, data analytics.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel & financial modeling

AI tools (Copilot/Claude/ChatGPT)

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Analytics

MBA/MA/MS is a plus

Tools

SQL

Alteryx

Copilot

Claude/ChatGPT

Job description

Role Summary

Are you looking for a Financial Analysis role with exposure to senior leadership? The Financial Business Analyst delivers key insights senior Finance leaders need to make faster, better decisions. You’ll perform financial forecasting, daily performance analysis, executive reporting and analytical ad hoc and project support. This role partners with Retention, Acquisition, and Data Analytics to translate business performance into clear insights for executive decision‑making.

This role is all about finding the root cause of performance variances and collaborating with teams to resolve them. Building financial models and forecasting is just the beginning. Your ability to successfully navigate challenging asks and solve problems with multiple different teams will be key to your success.

This is a hybrid position located in our Frisco, TX office. When you are not working on‑site, you will work from your home office. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance to the Frisco, TX office and not offering relocation assistance at this time.

Position Details

• Financial forecasting ownership: own Finance Forecasting processes, translate annual goals into actionable and measurable daily and weekly performance projections and insights
• Daily performance and ad hoc analysis: identify variance drivers, proactively flag risks, opportunities, and ad‑hoc analysis to help identify areas of opportunity within acquisition and retention
• Deep‑drive analytics: build and maintain scalable analytical frameworks that improve visibility into granular business segments
• AI Leadership: leverage state‑of‑the‑art AI models and concepts to drive analytical outcomes, reporting, and financial modeling
• Initiative tracking and impact quantification: track business initiatives by timing, channel, source, and expected financial impact
• Drive the results of the business through proactive influence and partnership with marketing, data analytics, pricing team and other groups within the org

About You

• You bring 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, business operations, analytics, or a related role
• BA/BS/BBA degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field is preferred. MBA/MA/MS is a plus
• Expert level Excel and financial modeling skills and high proficiency with Copilot and/or other AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT) in business applications
• Strong forecasting and planning experience, including variance analysis, initiative sizing, and business performance tracking
• Knowledge of SQL, Alteryx, or similar tools to be able to pull and analyze data
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills and experience working with large data sets
• Strong communicator (written and verbal) with a professional, polished style
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and individually to investigate problems
• You bring solid attention to detail, reliability under recurring deadlines, and an ownership mindset
• Strong collaborator who’s also confident working independently

Company Overview

McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always‑online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protect their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.

Company Benefits and Perks

• Bonus Program
• 401k Retirement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support and Community Involvement
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• Unlimited Paid Time Off for Exempt Employees
• 96 Hours of Sick Time and 120 Hours of Vacation for Non‑Exempt Employees Accrued Each Year

We’re serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Pay Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $79,310.00 per year – USD $130,295.00 per year depending on experience and qualifications.

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