Financial Analyst

About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, turning a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. No matter the data type, workload or environment, we help our customers identify and realize new business possibilities. And it all starts with our people.

If this sounds like something you want to be part of, NetApp is the place for you. You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, you won't be doing it alone. At NetApp, we're all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization - and beyond.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Financial Analyst in the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) department. As a Financial Analyst, you will play a key role in driving the financial performance and strategic decision-making of our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to analyze financial data, provide valuable insights, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. This position requires a strong foundation in financial analysis, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of business acumen and analytics.

Essential Functions:

1. Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analysis, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.

1. Business Partnering: Collaborate with various departments and business units to understand their financial needs and provide actionable recommendations. Build strong relationships to serve as a trusted financial advisor and effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

2. Story Behind the Numbers: Dive beyond the surface-level financial data and uncover the underlying story behind the numbers. Develop insightful narratives that explain the financial performance, key drivers, and potential impacts on the business.

3. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Work closely with department heads to ensure alignment with business objectives and provide accurate and timely financial projections.

4. Analytics and Reporting: Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance. Provide meaningful insights through data analysis and visualization tools to facilitate data-driven decision-making.

5. Financial Planning: Support the development and execution of long-term financial plans, including strategic initiatives, capital expenditure analysis, and ROI evaluations. Assess the financial feasibility of new projects and investments.

6. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhance efficiency, and optimize reporting capabilities. Implement best practices and tools to enhance the overall effectiveness of the FP&A function.

Essential Functions:

1. Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analysis, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making.

1. Business Partnering: Collaborate with various departments and business units to understand their financial needs and provide actionable recommendations. Build strong relationships to serve as a trusted financial advisor and effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

2. Story Behind the Numbers: Dive beyond the surface-level financial data and uncover the underlying story behind the numbers. Develop insightful narratives that explain the financial performance, key drivers, and potential impacts on the business.

3. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Work closely with department heads to ensure alignment with business objectives and provide accurate and timely financial projections.

4. Analytics and Reporting: Develop and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance. Provide meaningful insights through data analysis and visualization tools to facilitate data-driven decision-making.

5. Financial Planning: Support the development and execution of long-term financial plans, including strategic initiatives, capital expenditure analysis, and ROI evaluations. Assess the financial feasibility of new projects and investments.

6. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, enhance efficiency, and optimize reporting capabilities. Implement best practices and tools to enhance the overall effectiveness of the FP&A function.

Preferred Skillsets:

1. Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business operations, industry dynamics, and financial implications. Ability to translate financial analysis into actionable insights and recommendations.

2. Business Partnering: Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

3. The Story Behind the Numbers: Ability to analyze financial data in-depth and present findings in a clear and concise manner. Strong storytelling skills to communicate complex financial information to a non-financial audience.

4. Analytics: Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis, and statistical techniques. Experience working with advanced Excel functions, financial planning software, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

The types of tasks this individual is responsible for are well defined and utilized and build an understanding of standard principles and practices within a team environment.

• This individual interacts primarily with their Hiring manager, Finance Partners, and the direct Finance team members on assigned projects and may communicate with employees in other functions as required.
• The regular and detailed direction is provided, as well as an ongoing review of activities and priorities.
• The ideal candidate will be an important contributor to team projects.
• Ideally, 5-10 years of working experience.
• CA, CMA, CPA, CFA, MBA Finance (Reputed University), Finance Analytics from reputed institution

At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification.

Why NetApp?

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.

We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer with their favourite organizations. We provide comprehensive benefits, including health care, life and accident plans, emotional support resources for you and your family, legal services, and financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. We support professional and personal growth through educational assistance and provide access to various discounts and perks to enhance your overall quality of life.

If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

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