Strategy and Business Operations Analyst

A-LIGN External; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) Plan with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Bonus Structure

Home Office Reimbursement

Job summary

A-LIGN is seeking a Strategy & Operations Analyst in the United States to drive strategic forecasting, reporting, and cross-functional analytics across GTM teams. The role focuses on preparing business reviews, validating metrics, and delivering data-driven insights for leadership decision-making.

You will develop and maintain financial and operational models, collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, and other teams, and support quarterly reforecasting with executive-ready materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or another analytical field.
• 2+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, strategy and operations, business operations, or a related analytical field.
• Experience supporting executive reporting, business reviews, forecasting, or operational planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the preparation of Weekly Business Reviews (WBRs), Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), including consolidating KPIs, building presentations, and synthesizing trends into executive-level narratives.
• Manage weekly and monthly reporting cadences by gathering, validating, and analyzing metrics from cross-functional stakeholders.
• Build, maintain, and enhance dashboards, trackers, reporting tools, and operating rhythm documentation.
• Drive the quarterly reforecasting process by collecting inputs from GTM and operational teams and supporting channel forecasting models.
• Evaluate forecasting assumptions and data inputs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability for leadership decision-making.
• Create executive-ready presentations and summary materials to support reforecasting and business review discussions.
• Lead quantitative analyses on GTM channel performance, operational initiatives, and strategic business priorities.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based financial and operational models that support business planning and decision-making.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, and other cross-functional teams to gather, interpret, and communicate key business insights.
• Deliver data-driven recommendations and actionable insights that support operational improvements and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Forecasting

Data analysis

Communication

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

The Strategy & Operations Analyst works to execute Strategy & Business Operations activities and support the organization through recurring operational rhythms, cross-functional analysis, forecasting, and strategic research. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing business review materials, supporting forecasting processes, conducting analytical deep dives, and partnering with stakeholders across the Go-to-Market (GTM) organization. As the Strategy & Operations Analyst, you will provide exceptional analytical, organizational, and strategic support that helps drive informed decision-making and continued growth across the business. A-LIGN will depend on you as the Strategy & Operations Analyst to support leadership through data-driven insights, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.

Reports to

Strategy and Business Operations Manager

Pay Classification

Full-Time, Exempt

Responsibilities

• Own the preparation of Weekly Business Reviews (WBRs), Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), including consolidating KPIs, building presentations, and synthesizing trends into executive-level narratives
• Manage weekly and monthly reporting cadences by gathering, validating, and analyzing metrics from cross-functional stakeholders
• Build, maintain, and enhance dashboards, trackers, reporting tools, and operating rhythm documentation
• Drive the quarterly reforecasting process by collecting inputs from GTM and operational teams and supporting channel forecasting models
• Evaluate forecasting assumptions and data inputs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability for leadership decision-making
• Create executive-ready presentations and summary materials to support reforecasting and business review discussions
• Lead quantitative analyses on GTM channel performance, operational initiatives, and strategic business priorities
• Develop and maintain Excel-based financial and operational models that support business planning and decision-making
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, and other cross-functional teams to gather, interpret, and communicate key business insights
• Deliver data-driven recommendations and actionable insights that support operational improvements and strategic initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or another analytical field

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, strategy and operations, business operations, or a related analytical field
• Experience supporting executive reporting, business reviews, forecasting, or operational planning processes

SKILLS

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, forecasting, sensitivity analysis, and data analysis
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills with the ability to create executive-level presentations
• Excellent analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to leadership
• Ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of motivation and attention to detail
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across multiple teams
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
• Competitive Bonus Structure
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1
• Vacation Bonus
• Summer Hours

About A-LIGN

A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com.

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A-LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, disabled, and veterans encouraged to apply!