What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A position at Coalfire Systems?
Coalfire Systems
Coalfire is an EEO employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to respecting one another, embracing individual differences, and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Coalfire
Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.
But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do.
We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.
This is a hybrid remote and in-office position located in the River North area of Chicago, IL.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role will support monthly financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Working closely with the Senior Director of FP&A , this position will collaborate cross-functionally with teams including sales, delivery, and other business units to ensure accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis. Additionally, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in systems automation and financial data integration to enhance efficiency and scalability.
What You'll Do
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare, maintain, and produce monthly financial reporting packages and dashboards.
- Analyze and clearly communicate actual results vs. forecasts / budget , identifying key variances.
- Lead variance reporting at both consolidated and functional levels (Bookings and P&L).
- Month-End Close & Variance Analysis
- Support the monthly close process by working closely with the accounting team to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
- Manage financial data integration from NetSuite into Adaptive Planning to facilitate accurate reporting.
- Assist with variance analysis and financial data consolidation across the FP&A team.
- Forecasting & Budgeting
- Play an integral role in forecasting and budgeting processes , ensuring accuracy and accountability.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting accuracy and strategic initiatives.
- Systems & Automation
- Support financial system enhancements , including Adaptive Insights, Office Connect, and GL mapping.
- Assist with automation initiatives to streamline reporting, improve forecasting accuracy, and scale financial processes .
- Vendor & Project-Level Analysis
- Enhance and maintain vendor and project-level financial reporting for actual results and forecasts.
- Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and scalability in financial tracking and analysis.
- Ad-Hoc Financial Modeling & Strategic Support
- Conduct financial modeling and ad-hoc analysis to support strategic business decisions.
- Identify financial trends, assess risks and opportunities, and provide insights to leadership.
What You'll Bring
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The salary range listed is a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role based on national salary averages. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certifications and other factors. You may also be eligible to participate in annual incentive, commission, and / or recognition programs.
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Why You’ll Want to Join Us
At Coalfire, you’ll find the support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In many cases, we provide a flexible work model that empowers you to choose when and where you’ll work most effectively – whether you’re at home or an office.
Regardless of location, you’ll experience a company that prioritizes connection and wellbeing and be part of a team where people care about each other and our communities. You’ll have opportunities to join employee resource groups, participate in in-person and virtual events, and more. And you’ll enjoy competitive perks and benefits to support you and your family, like paid parental leave, flexible time off, certification and training reimbursement, digital mental health and wellbeing support membership, and comprehensive insurance options.
At Coalfire, equal opportunity and pay equity is integral to the way we do business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Coalfire is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, our Human Resources team at HumanResourcesMB@coalfire.com .
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