Based in Kansas City, the Sr. Financial Analyst will support the Finance organization with budgeting and forecasting, variance analysis, cash flow projections, and other ad-hoc analysis across multiple business units. This position will act as a trusted advisor and business partner to our internal stakeholders, driving financial awareness and operational efficiency throughout the organization.
How you'll make an impact:
Act as a finance business partner to one or more of our strategic lines of business or key functional areas
Lead Annual Budget preparation and input into our budgeting and forecasting tool, Adaptive Insights
Lead Monthly variance analysis and reporting
Build and maintain detailed financial models and revenue and profit forecasting
Assist in creation of long-range financial plan, ensuring alignment with company strategy, market dynamics, and investor expectations
Ad-hoc analysis and research requested by the business
Conduct and support special projects through data analysis and research
Preparation and compilation of reporting decks for both internal and external stakeholders
Continuously monitor forecasted expenses and headcount to ensure accuracy
Partner with the Business Intelligence group to create and refine key metric reporting
Lead quarterly financial reviews with internal stakeholders
Create agile, integrated financial plans that account for multiple scenarios
What we're looking for:
Degree in Finance, Accounting, or other analytical field required; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred
3+ years of experience in a similar analytical role, preferably with a company in the technology, services or cybersecurity field
2+ years of experience budgeting and forecasting expenses and/or revenue
Highly competent in Excel: excellent financial modeling skills and ability to perform complex analyses with big data sets required
Excellent presentation skills and comfort in communicating with multiple levels of leadership
Proficient with NetSuite and Adaptive Insights or similar ERP and financial system
General understanding of accounting and revenue recognition principles
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What you can expect from Optiv
- A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups.
- Work/life balance
- Professional training resources
- Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
- Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
- The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
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Retirement Support — Immediate vesting with a clear 401(k) match and a solid retirement setup are emphasized in official materials. This positions retirement benefits as a dependable part of the total package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A flexible, no‑accrual “Recharge” policy for eligible exempt roles and traditional PTO for non‑exempt roles are highlighted. Hybrid/remote flexibility also appears frequently across role descriptions.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options with FSA/HSA (including a company HSA contribution) are described. Company‑paid life, AD&D, and short‑/long‑term disability further strengthen core protections.
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