FP&A Analyst

Who are we?

We believe Ethereum has the potential to solve some of humanity’s most crucial coordination issues. Since our initial inception as a research group, we have sought to scale both its technology and values.

At present, the most pressing bottleneck to the growth of Ethereum is its performance and scalability. We are building the most elegant solution to this problem. We do this in the open (under an MIT open source license) because we believe in open source innovation and its ability to accelerate growth.

OP Labs contributes to the Optimism protocol, an extension to Ethereum that scales both its technology and values. Optimism enables orders of magnitude of improved performance and scalability to Ethereum while doubling down on its commitment to public goods.

The Optimism Collective leads the blockchain protocol landscape, dedicated to fostering a scalable and sustainable ecosystem. Optimism’s ethos, in sync with Ethereum's vision, tackles pivotal coordination challenges of the digital age. Optimism’s goal is to harmonize private incentives with public good, shaping a resilient future for the Internet. Optimism’s scope spans diverse areas like Gaming, DeFi, NFTs, and Enterprise.

Position Overview:

As an FP&A Analyst, you will play a key role in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making, particularly for our Product and Engineering teams. You will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing actionable insights to drive financial efficiency and growth. This role requires a deep understanding of the crypto and blockchain space, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial data in a clear and concise manner.

What are the role responsibilities?

• Financial Planning & Analysis:

  • Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, and forecasts for the Product and Engineering teams.

  • Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, providing insights into variances and trends.

  • Support strategic decision-making with scenario analysis and financial impact assessments.

• Operational Efficiency:

  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering leadership to optimize resource allocation, R&D investments, and operational expenses.

  • Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to product development and engineering efficiency.

• Business Partnering:

  • Act as the primary finance partner for Product and Engineering teams, delivering financial guidance and strategic insights.

  • Participate in cross-functional meetings to provide financial perspective and support strategic initiatives.

• Reporting & Communication:

  • Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, including variance analysis and executive summaries.

  • Present financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.

• Strategic Projects & Ad Hoc Analysis:

  • Support strategic projects such as new product launches, cost optimization initiatives, and investment evaluations.

  • Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business growth.

What skills do you bring?

• Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills

• Project ROI Analysis.

• Proficiency in financial tools and software such as Excel, Google Sheets, and financial planning platforms

• Solid understanding of blockchain technology, crypto economics, and digital asset markets.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.

What will you like about us?

• We take care of our employees. Competitive compensation, fully paid medical, dental, and vision, and a 4% 401K match—learn more about our benefits, culture, and all recruiting FAQ here.

• We take pride in the accomplishments of our teammates and support each other in doing the best work of our careers.

• Our team is a diverse group of people from varied backgrounds. We cherish our eclecticism and consider it a great strength.

• We’re fully remote, deeply engaged, highly skilled, and like to have fun.

• We think long-term. Our founders have been scaling Ethereum since 2015.