Paylocity

Senior Financial Analyst (Operations)

Paylocity$66K — $105K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of corporate finance experience, preferably in a public company environment.
  • Strong quantitative, analytical, and financial modeling skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for executive presentations.
  • Excellent communication skills, especially in presenting to senior leadership.
  • Capable of leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing without direct authority.
  • Detail-oriented with robust organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; other quantitative majors considered.
  • CPA or professional designation preferred; Big 4 experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain complex financial models including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts.
  • Partner with business leaders to create annual budgets and long-term financial plans for assigned P&L categories.
  • Support monthly and quarterly financial closes with advanced analyses and oversight of junior analysts.
  • Analyze key financial metrics, KPIs, and ratios to assess performance and profitability.
  • Perform ad hoc financial modeling to back strategic initiatives and leadership decisions.
  • Serve as a finance partner to various departments, including Finance, Product, and Operations.
  • Present financial insights and pricing recommendations to senior leadership.

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity with no in-office requirements.
  • Flexible working hours with a structured workweek.
  • Potential for bonuses and stock options based on individual performance.
  • Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and retirement plans.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements. You must be available five days per week during designated work hours. The work arrangement for this role is subject to change based on business needs and individual performance. This may include adjustments to on-site requirements or schedule expectations, as necessary.

Position Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in supporting enterprise financial performance through advanced financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting. This role may be responsible for strategic pricing and monetization analysis. This role partners closely with business leaders to inform data-driven decisions related to revenue optimization, headcount and cost management, and long-range financial planning in a publicly traded, SaaS-based environment. The position provides regular exposure to senior leadership, including executive-level presentations and recommendations.

Primary Responsibilities

The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Prepare and maintain complex financial models, including forecasts for income statement, balance sheet, and cash flows.
  • Partner with business leaders to develop annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans for assigned P&L categories.
  • Support monthly and quarterly close by preparing advanced analyses and reviewing work performed by junior analysts.
  • Maintain and analyze key financial metrics, KPIs, and ratios to assess business performance, labor efficiency, capital investments, and profitability.
  • Perform ad hoc financial modeling and analysis to support strategic initiatives and leadership decision-making.

Cross-Functional & Executive Partnership
  • Serve as a trusted finance partner to leaders across Finance, Product, Sales, Human Resources, Marketing, and/or Operations.
  • Support earnings guidance and external reporting processes through forecast preparation and analytical support.
  • Prepare and maintain Balance Sheet & Statement of Cash Flows budget and forecasts.
  • Present financial insights, pricing recommendations, and strategic analyses to senior leadership and executives.
  • Act as a point of coordination for designated financial approval or governance processes as assigned.
  • Maintain and update various financial metrics and ratios to assist management in the evaluation of business performance, including labor and capital expenditures.
  • Partner with the business to prepare budgets and forecasts for assigned P&L categories
  • Support the earnings release process, including the preparation of financial statement forecasts.
  • Prepare the most complex areas of financial analysis for monthly and quarterly close; may require reviewing work completed by Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II.
  • Other ad hoc analyses and financial modeling upon manager request.

Education and Experience
  • 5+ years of corporate finance experience, exposure to a public company environment a plus.
  • Strong quantitative, analytical, and financial modeling skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; ability to synthesize complex analyses into executive-ready insights.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort presenting to senior leadership.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills in a fastpaced environment.
  • Bachelor's degree required with focus in Accounting or Finance preferred; other quantitative-focused majors may be considered.
  • CPA or other professional designation strongly preferred.
  • Big 4 public accounting experience preferred.

Physical & Technical Requirements
  • Ability to sit for extended periods (typically 7-8 hours per day).
  • Ability to use a computer, phone systems, and multiple software applications simultaneously.
  • Ability to create, edit, and present digital materials and documentation.


The base pay range for this position is $66,600 - $105,000/yr; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus and restricted stock unit grant based on individual performance in addition to a full range of benefits outlined here. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via www.paylocity.com/careers.

About Paylocity

Paylocity Holding Corporation provides cloud-based payroll and human capital management (HCM) software solutions for medium-sized organizations in the United States. The company offers Payroll module that enables clients to automate key payroll processes and manage compliance; Core HR module, which provides a set of HR capabilities enabling clients to manage HR data; and Talent module that enable clients to manage their talent throughout employees' tenures, starting at recruiting and carrying through onboarding, learning, and performance management. It also provides Workforce Management module that enables clients to manage their time and labor processes; Benefits module, which offers benefit management solutions for healthcare and retirement plans; and Analytics module that enables clients to analyze and report on their business data. In addition, the company provides implementation and training, client and employee self-service, and online support and customer resources services. It markets and sells its products through direct sales force primarily to clients in the professional services, technology, retail, and financial services industries. Paylocity Holding Corporation was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Learn more about Paylocity
Size
4,150 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$67.1 million
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+23.2%
Revenue
$584.3 million
NASDAQ

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