Senior Financial Analyst, R&D in United States at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst, R&D based in the United States.
This is a high-impact finance role embedded within a fast-paced, product-driven environment where financial insight directly shapes strategic decisions. You will act as a key partner to R&D and business leaders, translating complex data into clear narratives that guide investment, product development, and operational efficiency. The role blends strategic FP&A work with hands-on analytical execution, with a strong emphasis on SaaS metrics, forecasting, and cost analysis. You will help build and maintain financial models that connect product roadmaps to business outcomes. Working cross-functionally, you will support planning cycles, performance reviews, and executive decision-making. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytically driven finance professional who thrives in a collaborative, data-first culture.
You will serve as a strategic finance partner to R&D and business stakeholders, delivering insights, modeling, and analysis that support planning, performance tracking, and decision-making.
- Partner with business and finance stakeholders to deliver actionable insights supporting strategy, budgeting, and investment decisions.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models tied to product roadmaps and R&D outcomes.
- Support annual planning, long-term planning, forecasting cycles, and variance analysis across key cost drivers such as headcount, infrastructure, and AI-related expenses.
- Produce KPI reporting and conduct deep-dive analysis to identify trends, variances, and root causes impacting performance.
- Provide SaaS metrics analysis and benchmarking to inform business strategy and financial positioning.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, operations, and finance teams to ensure accuracy, alignment, and consistency in reporting.
- Lead or support small-scale projects that improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and data-driven decision-making.
- Prepare clear, executive-ready presentations and financial narratives for leadership reviews and planning meetings.
This role requires a strong foundation in FP&A, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to translate financial data into strategic business insights.
- 4+ years of experience in finance, including at least 2+ years in FP&A within a SaaS or technology-driven company.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, statistics, business, or a related field.
- Strong experience with financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive Planning) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau or similar platforms).
- Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, with ability to manage and analyze large and complex datasets.
- Strong understanding of SaaS metrics, forecasting methodologies, and variance analysis.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
- Highly analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Competitive base salary range: $107,944 – $134,930 USD, plus bonus and benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
- Remote-friendly work environment with overlap across Eastern and Pacific time zones
- Opportunity to work closely with R&D and product teams on high-impact financial decisions
- Exposure to strategic planning, SaaS analytics, and company-wide financial operations
- Collaborative, high-ownership culture with strong cross-functional engagement
- Opportunities to lead process improvements and strategic finance initiatives
- Support for professional growth in a dynamic, scaling organization.