Financial Analyst

Yext puts business on the map. The Yext Knowledge Engine™ lets companies manage their digital knowledge in the cloud and sync it to over 100 services, including Apple Maps, Microsoft Bing, Facebook, Google Maps, Instagram, Siri and Yelp. Yext Listings, Pages, and Reviews help businesses around the globe facilitate face-to-face and digital interactions that boost brand awareness, drive foot traffic, and increase sales.

We are seeking an extraordinarily intelligent and creative Financial Analyst to join our growing Financial Planning & Analysis Team. This is a very analytically challenging role that drives Yext’s growth and is a unique opportunity for the right person to be a part of a high-growth tech company. The ideal candidate will be able to analyze, project, and interpret financial results and metrics when compared against budgets and forecasts in accordance with corporate requirements.

* Active reporting and analysis (monthly and quarterly) on Yext’s financial performance including revenue, expenses, compensation, headcount and key performance indicators (KPIs) * Prepare analysis on key financial statement accounts, identify fluctuations and follow-up with appropriate financial contacts to obtain explanations on variances * Summarize results of analysis for monthly presentation to senior and executive management. * Participate in preparation of various analytical reports for distribution to executive management * Assist with budget and forecast preparation and analysis * Review and analyze monthly spending vs. budget * Model out and analyze both past and future business deals * Build pricing and financial growth models * Work with executive leadership to understand each department’s future growth in revenues and expenses * Assist in various finance led ad-hoc requests from the CFO and senior management

* BA/BS Degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar field * MS Excel mastery required (with experience in building financial models, analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports) * Superior critical thinking and problem solving skills * Excellent analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner * Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills **Preferred Requirements:** * Strong analytical and technical accounting / finance skills * 1-3 years of business experience with combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred * CPA certification preferred but not required * SQL