Job description
Caylent is a cloud native services company that helps organizations bring the best out of their people and technology using Amazon Web Services (AWS). We provide a full-range of AWS services including workload migrations and modernization, cloud native application development, DevOps, data engineering, security and compliance, and everything in between.
At Caylent, our people always come first. We are a global company and operate fully remote with employees in Canada, the United States, and Latin America. We celebrate the culture of each of our team members and foster a community of technological curiosity. Come talk to us to learn more about what it means to be a Caylien!
The Mission
We are seeking a talented FP&A Analyst to join our growing Finance team. This role requires financial planning and analysis & accounting expertise to deliver data-driven insights and impactful dashboards that support strategic decision-making across the company. As a key contributor, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze large datasets, create visual reports, and provide actionable recommendations.
Your Assignment
Financial Analysis:
Support the analysis of current and historical trends in key performance indicators (KPIs) across revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
Assist in monitoring performance indicators and identifying trends, while contributing to root cause analysis of unexpected variances.
Deliver insights and actionable recommendations to finance and business teams to drive strategic decisions.
Use advanced Microsoft Excel & Google Spreadsheet features, including pivot tables and nested formulas, to support ad-hoc data analysis and reporting needs.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term operational plans.
- Contribute to the creation and improvement of financial models to ensure accurate projections and scenario analysis.
- Work closely with department leads to align financial plans with the company’s objectives.
Reporting:
- Develop and automate recurring financial and operational reports to streamline processes and enhance data transparency.
- Support the delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to internal stakeholders.
- Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational decision-making.
- Variance Analysis: Reconcile monthly P&L actuals in the consolidated accounting books versus budget & forecast, and explain variances.
Finance Business Partnering:
- Partner with various departments to provide financial guidance, BI insights, and analytical support.
- Collaborate with teams to track budget performance, monitor resources, and align objectives with financial strategies.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 2-5 years of experience in accounting, corporate finance, financial analysis, or business intelligence.
- Understanding of the full accounting cycle to be able to explain P&L variances compared to budget and forecasts after the Accounting Team finishes each Month-End Closing.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel & Google Spreadsheets, including pivot tables and advanced formulas (eg: LOOKUPS, SUMIFS, IF nested statements with logical operators, FILTER, IMPORTRANGE, etc.).
- Ability to analyze and interpret large datasets to deliver actionable insights.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, focusing on presenting complex data to non-technical audiences.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Google Sheets and ERP systems (eg: Salesforce/Certinia)
- Experience in B2B or tech startups.
- Basic understanding of US GAAP.
Benefits
- Pay in USD
- 100% remote work
- Generous holidays and flexible PTO
- Competitive phantom equity
- Paid for exams and certifications
- Peer bonus awards
- State of the art laptop and tools
- Equipment & Office Stipend
- Individual professional development plan
- Annual stipend for Learning and Development
- Work with an amazing worldwide team and in an incredible corporate culture
Caylent is a place where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our approach helps us to build a winning team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. So, regardless of how your diversity expresses itself, you can find a home here at Caylent.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
