Financial Analyst

As a Financial Analyst at Everbridge, your main responsibilities will include delivering in-depth financial analysis, supporting strategic planning, managing reporting and bookings, analyzing financial performance, and partnering with different teams for aligned financial strategies. You’ll also lead special projects and prepare presentations for senior executives, making this role integral to our dynamic, high-growth environment.

To apply for the Financial Analyst position at Everbridge, you will need at least 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or a related role. A Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or economics is required, while an MBA or advanced degree is preferred. Additionally, expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and strong communication skills are crucial for success in this role.

At Everbridge, we are committed to the career growth of our Financial Analysts by providing opportunities for professional development, mentorship from senior leadership, and exposure to strategic decision-making processes. This supportive environment allows you to advance your skills and take on new challenges as you drive impactful insights for our organization.

A Financial Analyst at Everbridge should be familiar with advanced Excel for complex financial modeling and reporting. Knowledge of financial software such as NetSuite, Adaptive Insights, and Salesforce.com is also advantageous. Familiarity with business intelligence (BI) tools for turning data into strategic insights is a plus in this role.

When you join Everbridge as a Financial Analyst, you can expect a collaborative team environment that spans across various global locations. You'll work with a diverse group of professionals who are passionate about their work and dedicated to achieving our mission of keeping people safe and helping organizations run efficiently during critical events.

When answering this question, highlight specific examples of financial models you've built, emphasizing your expertise with Excel. Discuss the types of analyses you've conducted using these models and how they facilitated strategic decision-making within an organization.

Explain your structured approach to budget development and forecasting. Discuss how you gather input from various stakeholders, assess historical data, and use statistical methods to create accurate forecasts that align with business objectives.

Describe your process for variance analysis by mentioning how you identify discrepancies between forecasted and actual performance. Discuss the tools you use and how you communicate findings to stakeholders to propose actionable recommendations.

Emphasize your time management skills by detailing how you assess the urgency and importance of various tasks. Describe your approach to setting deadlines and ensuring accuracy in your work while remaining flexible to changing priorities.

Share specific examples of working with teams across different functions, highlighting how you communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Discuss the importance of collaboration in achieving strategic goals and developing comprehensive financial strategies.

Discuss your process for transforming raw data into actionable insights. Emphasize the importance of understanding business context and tailoring your analyses to meet the needs of your audience, ensuring that your findings can drive strategic decisions.

Mention any specific BI tools you've worked with and describe how they helped you in analyzing large datasets. Explain how these tools improved your efficiency and accuracy in generating insights for financial planning and strategy.

Provide an example of a strategic recommendation you made, explaining the analytical process that led to it. Make sure to include the outcomes and how your initiative helped the organization achieve its objectives.

Share techniques you use to stay organized and focused under pressure, such as creating checklists, setting priorities, and maintaining clear communication with your team. Emphasize your ability to deliver quality work despite time constraints.

Discuss your aspirations for professional growth within finance, mentioning any specific skills or certifications you aim to acquire. Highlight your interest in taking on leadership roles and contributing to strategic planning at Everbridge.