Description
At Braze, we're a customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™. We're seeking a Financial Analyst II, FP&A to join our growing Financial Planning & Analysis team.
The Finance team is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our growing Financial Planning & Analysis team. You will be the primary FP&A business partner to the CIO organization, responsible for tracking, forecasting and reporting on key technology metrics and investments across Corporate IT, Business Systems, and Data Analytics functions.
Main Responsibilities:
- Partner with the CIO organization and business leaders across Corporate IT, Business Systems, and Data Analytics to generate technology operations budgets, forecasts and long-range plans including monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles
- Track, forecast and report on key technology financial metrics including AI tokenization spend, infrastructure spend, cloud consumption, licensing costs, vendor contracts, and IT operational KPIs
- Support monthly close process through close partnership with accounting and operations teams, ensuring accurate tracking of technology/AI investments and spend
- Provide insights and commentary on key technology trends, infrastructure investments, cloud migration initiatives, and technology modernization to finance leadership and business stakeholders
- Report on actual technology financial results against targets, provide variance analysis, assist in guidance on future trends, and present findings to Finance and CIO leadership
- Evaluate and develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic technology decisions, including AI investments, cloud migration, infrastructure investments, and operational efficiency improvements
- Challenge assumptions and provide independent financial perspective on technology strategies, infrastructure investments, and digital transformation initiatives
- Support LRP and budget planning by translating business requirements and growth targets into technology investment needs and roadmaps
- Support ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives including contract analysis and cost optimization opportunities
Requirements:
- 3+ years of progressive experience in Finance and FP&A, preferably in Tech
- Undergrad degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
- Strong financial modeling skills and a very high level of comfort with Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technology and financial concepts for diverse audiences
- Understanding of technology infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and enterprise technology investments is a plus
- Experience with financial planning and analysis tools such as Pigment or similar platforms is a plus
- Familiarity with business intelligence tools, AI and data analytics platforms is a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation that may include equity
- Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Flexible paid time off
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
- Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
- A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
- Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze