Senior Financial Analyst

Unity Technologies SF; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Technologies in New York City seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team as we shift from a SaaS model toward an AI token-based, advertising-supported approach. You will partner with finance, accounting, and business leaders to drive planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational improvements that influence the P&L.

You will own the monthly close, forecasts, and annual planning, prepare materials for executive meetings, and lead cross-functional initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field.
• 2+ years in strategy consulting or investment banking.
• Interest in tech, AI, gaming, and ad tech; eager to use AI in analyses.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close, quarterly forecasts, and annual planning with aligned investments.
• Collaborate with business units to set near and long-term investment plans.
• Provide weekly/monthly KPI reporting and executive-ready narratives.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to support senior management decisions.
• Drive FP&A system and process improvements for scalability.

Skills

Executive presence

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

AI tooling familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

Tools

Claude in Excel

Office Connect

Job description

The opportunity

Join Unity and be a Senior Financial Analyst part of the FP&A team that supports the leading global game engine used by 3 billion people globally! As a Senior Financial Analyst at a multi-billion-dollar public company based in our Union Square offices in New York City, you will play a pivotal role in helping our business model evolve from a SaaS model to an AI token-based, advertising-supported model, and be at the forefront of this evolution. You will partner closely with all levels, cross-functionally across Finance, and Accounting, and business division leaders to engage in financial planning, strategic analysis, reporting, and operational improvement, informing and influencing decisions that will impact the P&L. You will succeed in this role because you are intellectually curious, analytical, driven, and like solving problems within a fast paced environment. We want you to be part of our journey! Unity® is the world’s leading game engine, supported by the most successful game development community in history and powered by a system that ensures each decision is informed by what players love.

What you\'ll be doing

• Lead the monthly consolidated close process, quarterly forecast, and annual planning to ensure investment and resource allocations are aligned with Unity's strategic priorities
• Work closely with business units and functional teams to establish investment plans for both the near and long-term
• Work cross-functionally to ensure accurate weekly and monthly reporting on financial metrics and Key Performance Indicators
• Help prepare materials and narratives for internal Executive meetings, Board of Directors meetings, and earnings calls
• Perform ad-hoc projects and financial analysis to support senior management and strategic business decisions.
• Lead system and process improvement initiatives to support our growth and drive efficiencies that help us scale and automate FP&A processes

What we\'re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field from a top academic institution
• At least two (2) years of work experience, preferably in Strategy Consulting or Investment banking
• Keen interest in technology and software including Generative AI, gaming and interactive 3D, and advertising technology
• Orientation towards eliminating spreadsheets and slideware through the use of AI tools, including Claude in Excel, Office Connect; Demonstrated willingness to adopt AI-powered tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, and analytical depth. Experience using AI assistants, copilots, or automation tools in a professional context is a plus.
• Expert-level ability to parse large data sets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within a global technology stack. Strong financial analysis, forecasting, modeling, and planning skills with an ability to turn data into meaningful insights.
• Exceptional communication skills with the \"executive presence\" required to influence senior leaders and stakeholders across diverse functional areas.
• Ability to distill complex analyses into insights that drive action

Additional information

• Relocation support is not available for this position
• Work visa/immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits

At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.

Please note: Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.

While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents

Base Salary Range: We determine the base salary range for this role based on your primary work location:

Zone A: $84,000 - $126,000 USD gross

Zone B: $95,000 - $142,400 USD gross

Zone C: $106,700 - $160,100 USD gross

This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate’s relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.