Financial Analyst II

Overview We are seeking a strategic, analytically strong finance professional to join our team as a Financial Analyst. In this role, you will partner and support leaders across Finance, Accounting, Product, Operations, and other business functions to support budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, performance reporting, and financial modeling which supports data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, strong communication skills, and the ability to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights in a regulated SaaS environment. Experience supporting a SaaS or other recurring-revenue business model is preferred, including familiarity with driver-based planning, and business modeling. Responsibilities Assists in completion of annual budget, periodic forecasts, and longer-range planning in partnership with business leaders Supports development and maintenance of driver-based financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases that support strategic and operational decisions relating to revenue, software capitalization or cost modeling Prepares recurring financial reports, variance analysis, and KPI tracking to support finance team reporting needs Supports revenue and operating expense forecasting through analysis of business drivers, trends, and assumptions Partners with Accounting and cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy, reporting quality, and financial visibility Analyzes financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and cost optimization opportunities to support decision making Drives process improvement, reporting automation, and analytics relating to project cost modeling Maintains compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements Develops understanding of accounting and finance in the context of a SaaS and recurring-revenue company including revenue, costs, margin trends and other financial metrics Uses approved AI tools responsibly to improve analysis, reporting efficiency, and productivity while protecting confidential information and complying with company policy, internal controls, and data governance requirements Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis Strong financial modeling and analytical problem-solving skills Ability to connect financial results to business performance, operational drivers, and recurring-revenue economics Solid written, verbal, and presentation skills, including communication with leadership Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, with ERP/financial systems, and analytics/dashboarding tools Ability to use approved AI tools appropriately to support analysis, reporting, and workflow efficiency while maintaining sound judgment, protecting sensitive data, and following company policy Experience: 4 years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, or corporate accounting, including experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, reporting, financial modeling, and business decision support Required Training, Certification and Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent experience Preferred Training, Certification and Education: Advanced credentials are preferred but not required. MBA, CPA, or CMA helpful Working Conditions: Home office or general office environment Ability to remain at a workstation for extended periods and perform work using standard office technology Benefits Overview At NASCO, we trust our workforce to be fully remote, working from their home. This benefit offers significant, personalized outcomes for each associate including work/life balance, savings on commuting, work clothing, and increased time to spend on personal activities. Our full benefit package is designed to support the physical, mental, and financial health of our associates. We offer: Physical and Mental Health Benefits Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Telehealthcare – for Medical and Behavioral visits Generous PTO with buy/sell options 9 Company holidays, a floating day off, and a day off for volunteering Employee Assistance Program Wellness program - earn insurance discounts or credit towards health-related items Financial Health Benefits 401K Plan with employer matching contributions Company-funded spending/reimbursement accounts to help with out-of-pocket medical expenses Bonus and Recognition programs Tuition Assistance Consultation with financial planner Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provided, and Supplemental Term Life Insurance is available Group Discount programs - mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money Other Benefits E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. Must have legal authority to work in the US. We will not accept applicants that use AI when answering the screening questions. Applicants who use AI to answer any questions or to complete their application will not be considered for employment.