Sr. Financial Analyst

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

The Sr. Financial Analyst will join a fast-paced, growing FP&A team and will primarily support CrowdStrike in S&M financial forecasting and modeling.  The candidate will provide the data and analyses for driving complex financial models to inform decision making by CrowdStrike’s senior management team and support the company-wide planning process. Among other responsibilities in this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work with various cross-functional teams within the organization, including Sales, Marketing, Accounting, and Data Analytics.

What You'll Do:

• Drive the financial budgeting and forecasting cycle by partnering with business leaders.

• Lead workforce planning through headcount management, vacancy and attrition planning, and growth forecasting.

• Support month-end close activities including budget versus actuals, accruals, and reporting.

• Create and maintain financial models (pro forma, scenario-based with sensitivities etc.).

• Manage and report KPIs through visualizations to executives and cross-functional teams.

• Proactively identify, develop, and implement process improvements, to achieve efficiencies and scalability.

• Ad hoc and special projects.

What You’ll Need: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.

• Minimum of 4 years’ progressive experience in FP&A, Sales Operations, or Sales Finance; SaaS company is a plus.

• Superior attention to detail – must display the highest levels of consistency and accuracy in work.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences.

• High aptitude and excellent analytical skills for complex problem solving and financial modeling.

• Clear understanding of GAAP accounting and revenue recognition; SaaS experience a plus.

• Complete proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Saleforce.com, Tableau, Adaptive Insights Planning, and NetSuite ERP a plus.

Bonus Points: 

• Technology sector and/or high growth public company experience.

• Knowledge of SaaS finance and accounting metrics.

• Experience with SQL and/or BI/Visualizations tools.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs 

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge  

• Paid parental and adoption leaves

• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role

• Employee Resource Groups, geographic neighbourhood groups and volunteer opportunities to build connections

• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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