Senior Analyst, FP&AReports To: CFO
Position Summary: Netlist has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst. The Senior FP&A Analyst will play a critical role in supporting financial planning, forecasting, business performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. This position partners closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, develop forecasts, evaluate business opportunities, and support the Company's long-term financial objectives.
The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, advanced financial modeling capabilities, excellent business acumen, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to various stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead the preparation and management of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning and business initiatives.
- Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve business results.
- Partner with department leaders to develop budgets, evaluate expenditures, and support business decisions.
- Monitor financial trends and identify risks, opportunities, and key business drivers.
- Support Investor Relations activities, including preparation and analysis of financial information for earnings releases, investor presentations, Board materials, analyst requests, public company reporting, and shareholder communications.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packages.
- Conduct detailed variance analysis of actual results compared to budget, forecast, and prior periods.
- Evaluate operational and financial performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Prepare executive-level financial reports, presentations, and dashboards.
- Support workforce planning and headcount analysis in partnership with Human Resources.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and enhancement of financial planning processes, procedures, and controls.
- Support financial audits and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal controls.
- Participate in SOX compliance activities, including documentation, testing, and reporting of controls.
- Develop and maintain financial and operational KPI dashboards.
- Perform ad hoc financial analyses, scenario modeling, and special projects for senior management.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and capital allocation decisions.
- Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on financial modeling, reporting, and analysis.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required.
- MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5-8 years of progressively responsible experience in FP&A, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
- Public company experience preferred.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial planning software.
- Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar applications preferred.
- Experience with SOX compliance, including documentation, compliance processes, testing, and reporting of internal controls.
- Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to present complex financial information to executive leadership.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in the semiconductor, manufacturing, or technology industry.
- Experience supporting executive leadership and Board-level reporting.
- Knowledge of GAAP and public company reporting requirements.
Salary Range: $120,000 - $155,000 
