Senior Financial Analyst

Ellie Mae

(Pleasanton, California)
Full Time Travel Required
Job Posting Details
About Ellie Mae
Ellie Mae (NYSE:ELLI) is a leading provider of enterprise on-demand solutions, including an online network, software and services for the residential mortgage industry. Ellie Mae is leading the mortgage industry into the future, developing and marketing software solutions that are transforming how mortgage lenders, investors, and settlement service providers work—and work together.
Summary
We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join our dynamic, growing Corporate FP&A team at our corporate headquarters in Pleasanton, CA. The Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for performing financial analyses, forecasting, financial reporting and supporting our various internal customers. You will use your financial expertise to influence and educate cross functional areas and help them to effectively manage their budgets. This position requires a motivated self-starter who can work on multiple projects simultaneously and is a great communicator. The position will report to the Sr. Manager-FP&A and will assist in effectively managing requests for information and analysis from senior management as well as on-going reporting requirements for the business overall.
Responsibilities
* Partner closely with business leaders to assist in developing financial plans and forecasts to deliver business goals * Deliver financial analysis and perspective to cost center owners to assist with financial decisions, budget management and the annual planning cycle * Drive initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness of business operations * Prepare presentations of financial results and analyses * Establish key partnerships with cross functional partners including Human Resources, Accounting, R&D and MIS * Lead the consolidation of forecasts and reporting. * Leverage the Workday Financials and Host Analytics systems to automate and scale current processes * Develop insights on business performance based on the interpretation of financial results. * Assist with development of annual operating plan and annual budget cycle * Manage financial forecasts while incorporating higher levels of collaboration * Develop ad hoc reports in Host Analytics and work with cost center owners to manage their budgets * Create ad hoc financial models to support management decision making * Help with board of directors and other internal and external reporting needs * Assist with new system implementations * Identify opportunities for process improvements * Work as part of the FP&A team
Ideal Candidate
* BS/BA in accounting or finance, MBA/CPA preferred * 6-10 years of experience in finance and/or with focus on financial planning, forecasting and analysis * Strong analytical and problem solving skills * Superior attention to detail * Advanced experience in Excel and financial modeling desired * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work cross-functionally and meet tight deadlines * Proficiency in MS Office, SalesForce.com, MS Outlook * Looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and willing to learn new skills * Able to fulfill ad hoc requests on short notice with a good attitude * Workday, Host Analytics Planning, and SaaS software experience a plus * Revenue recognition and modeling experience a plus * 0-10% travel required
Compensation and Working Conditions
Reports to Senior Manager-FP&A

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