Senior Financial Analyst Ð Global Sales Organization ...
talent_grids - Sunnyvale, CA
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LinkedIn was built to help professionals achieve more in their careers, and every day millions of people use our products to make connections, discover opportunities and gain insights. Our global reach means we get to make a direct impact on the world’s workforce in ways no other company can. We’re much more than a digital resume – we transform lives through innovative products and technology.Searching for your dream job? At LinkedIn, we strive to help our employees find passion and purpose. Join us in changing the way the world works.We are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to support the LinkedIn Sales Solutions business of our Global Sales Organization. In this role, you will be directly involved in the coordination of the various planning cycles (annual planning, quarterly forecasts and monthly outlooks). You will provide variance analysis of bookings, revenues and expenses, clearly explaining the business reasons for variances and adjusting the outlook models to reflect operational adjustments. You will be responsible for managing headcount and other cost drivers while ensuring the accuracy and consistency with global FP&A.RESPONSIBILITIES:Partner with sales leaders to provide strategic financial insightsMonitor key financial metrics and business drivers relevant to the field sales teamProvide ongoing communication and collaboration with departmental staff and management.Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly management reportingAnalyze budget/forecast variances to actual and review with management teamWork with cross-functional partners to provide ad hoc business-related analysisOwn and review financial models to ensure they are both accurate and updatedEstablish processes to ensure accurate and timely completion of financial planning consolidationsAssist in the development and implementation of tools, systems and processes to support the successful completion of timely and accurate forecastsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:BA/BS degree in finance, accounting or related field3+ years of financial analysis or investment banking experienceExperience with Microsoft ExcelPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Advanced working knowledge of ExcelExcellent communication, analytical, teamwork, organizational, interpersonal and systems skillsAbility to question the output of a financial model and consider options for improvementAbility to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks and work within deadlines with little supervisionAnalytical background working directly in an FP&A environment modeling bookings, revenue, costs and expenses is strongly preferredAdaptable and able to react quickly to changing business needsExperience with Hyperion Essbase and/or Oracle FinancialsExperience with SaaS business models #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-09-17