Financial Analyst
Canonical · NAMER
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- NAMER
Job highlights
- Analyze business operations and KPIs.
- Support financial planning and forecasting.
- Analyze commercial initiatives' impact.
- Develop data-driven decision-making processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders on targets.
About the role
Financial Analyst
As a Financial Analyst, you'll be a core member of the FP&A Team and wider finance team. You will play a key part in our monthly business reviews, quarterly forecasting, annual planning, financial modeling, and continuously drive cross-functional business alignment. Our ideal candidate is a highly analytical independent thinker, who has a desire to learn how to leverage business judgment, driven by data, to advise on critical financial, commercial and strategic decisions.
Location: This is a remote role in EMEA or Americas time zones.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate insights into business operations by analyzing unit economics, drivers of variance, and other KPIs
- Support quarterly and annual financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and monthly budget reviews
- Provide analysis of commercial initiatives that have a strategic or financial impact on the business
- Create objective analyses and processes for a fast-growing tech company to scale efficiently and make data-driven decisions
- Support multi-functional change projects designed to enhance systems, processes, and data accuracy
- Partner with and communicate business progress to key stakeholders against financial and strategic targets
Valued Skills And Experience
- An exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
- Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Curiosity and willingness to work on a wide range of projects
- Proficiency in spreadsheets and financial modeling
- Understanding of core accounting principles
- Professional written and spoken English
- Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
- Passion, thoughtfulness, and self-motivation
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
- Ability to travel twice a year, for company events up to two weeks long
- Previous experience in an analytically focused finance or business role
Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field
- Experience with Business Intelligence reporting, CRM and ERP systems
- Experience with Budgeting and Planning Software, or Data Visualization tools
What We Offer You
- We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide.
- We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance.
- In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission.
- We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals.
- We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.
- Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
- Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
- Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
About Canonical
Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.
Canonical is an equal opportunity employer
We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.
Key skills/competency
- Financial Analysis
- FP&A
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Financial Modeling
- Data Analysis
- KPIs
- Business Acumen
- Stakeholder Management
- Reporting
Skills & topics
- Financial Analyst
- FP&A
- Finance
- Analysis
- Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Financial Modeling
- Data Analysis
- Business Operations
- Remote
- Canonical
- Ubuntu
- Open Source
- Tech
- EMEA
- Americas
How to get hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight analytical skills, financial modeling, and experience with FP&A concepts to align with the Financial Analyst role at Canonical.
- Showcase academic excellence: Emphasize your strong academic track record, demonstrating a foundation for analytical rigor.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Provide examples of your analytical abilities and how you've driven data-driven decisions in previous roles.
- Highlight communication skills: Prepare to discuss how your presentation and interpersonal skills will support stakeholder communication and business alignment.
- Research Canonical's mission: Understand Canonical's role in open source and Ubuntu to show genuine interest and cultural fit.
Technical preparation
Master spreadsheet software like Excel or Google Sheets.,Practice building financial models for forecasting.,Familiarize yourself with core accounting principles.,Explore BI tools for data analysis.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you drove a data-driven decision.,How do you handle ambiguity in projects?,Share an example of exceeding expectations.,How do you ensure accuracy in your work?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Financial Analyst at Canonical?
- As a Financial Analyst at Canonical, your primary responsibilities will include supporting monthly business reviews, quarterly forecasting, annual planning, and financial modeling. You'll also generate insights into business operations through data analysis, analyze commercial initiatives, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with financial and strategic targets. This role is crucial for driving data-driven decision-making within a fast-growing tech company.
- What kind of analytical skills are essential for the Financial Analyst position at Canonical?
- The Financial Analyst role at Canonical requires strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. You should be proficient in analyzing unit economics, drivers of variance, and other KPIs. Experience with financial modeling and a solid understanding of core accounting principles are also essential for success in this position.
- Is this a remote Financial Analyst role, and what time zones are supported?
- Yes, this Financial Analyst position at Canonical is a remote role. It is open to candidates located in EMEA or Americas time zones, offering flexibility for a globally distributed team.
- What are the key qualifications and experience desired for a Financial Analyst at Canonical?
- Canonical values an exceptional academic track record, drive, and a history of exceeding expectations. Strong problem-solving, analytical, presentation, and communication skills are vital. Experience in an analytically focused finance or business role, proficiency in spreadsheets and financial modeling, and an understanding of accounting principles are highly regarded for this Financial Analyst position.
- What benefits does Canonical offer its Financial Analysts?
- Canonical offers a comprehensive benefits package including a performance-driven annual bonus, a personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year, annual compensation reviews, recognition rewards, and generous leave policies. They also provide a Team Member Assistance Program, Wellness Platform, and opportunities for travel, reflecting their commitment to employee well-being and global fairness.
- How does Canonical approach compensation for its Financial Analysts?
- Canonical considers geographical location, experience, and performance when determining compensation worldwide. They conduct annual compensation reviews, and more frequently for graduates and associates, to ensure fair recognition of outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, a performance-driven annual bonus or commission is offered.
- What is Canonical's stance on diversity and inclusion for the Financial Analyst role?
- Canonical is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination. They believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better work environment and better products. All applications for the Financial Analyst position are given fair consideration, regardless of identity.