As a Senior Financial Analyst at PartsBase Inc., you will engage in detailed analysis of deals and commissions, offer insights to improve financial performance, conduct monthly variance analyses to identify trends, lead quarterly forecasting efforts, and support the annual budgeting process by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your role will also involve developing and maintaining reports and dashboards in Power BI, ensuring data accuracy across various systems like Sage Intacct, Oro CRM, and Stripe.

To qualify for the Senior Financial Analyst position at PartsBase Inc., candidates should have over 3 years of experience in financial analysis with a strong focus on deals and commissions. A solid understanding of monthly variance analysis, quarterly forecasting, and annual budgeting is also essential. Familiarity with commission systems such as Xactly or Spiff will be advantageous, along with excellent analytical and communication skills to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

A Senior Financial Analyst at PartsBase Inc. should be proficient in tools and systems such as Power BI for reporting and visualization, Sage Intacct for financial reporting and analysis, and commission management systems like Xactly, Spiff, or CaptivateIQ. Additionally, experience with Oro CRM and Stripe will help in analyzing customer data and ensuring accurate revenue reporting within the role.

The Senior Financial Analyst at PartsBase Inc. plays a crucial role in influencing key business decisions that drive financial health and growth. By conducting detailed financial analyses, leading forecasting efforts, and supporting the budgeting process, you will help shape the company’s strategic financial planning and provide essential insights that align with company objectives.

At PartsBase Inc., the culture is centered around teamwork and inclusivity. Employees celebrate each other's successes, creating a supportive environment where individual contributions are valued. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll work in a collaborative atmosphere that not only strives for excellence but also encourages personal and professional growth among its diverse talent pool.

In your response, highlight your previous roles where you performed financial analysis, specifically detailing your methodologies in assessing deals and commissions. Share examples where your analysis led to actionable insights that improved financial performance or influenced decision-making.

Start by explaining your general approach, including data collection and analysis techniques. Discuss how you identify variances compared to budgets or forecasts, and provide an example of a variance you analyzed and how you communicated its implications to stakeholders.

Discuss the tools you are most proficient with, such as Power BI or Sage Intacct. Explain how these tools enhance your reporting capabilities and allow you to visualize data effectively, thereby aiding in strategic decision-making.

Share a specific instance where you collaborated with various departments for budgeting or forecasting purposes. Highlight your role in the project, the outcome, and how effective teamwork contributed to achieving financial goals.

Talk about your systematic approach to identifying discrepancies, such as data validation and auditing procedures. Emphasize the importance of accuracy and provide an example where your intervention resolved a significant issue.

Discuss your practices for maintaining data accuracy, such as regular audits, updates, and checks. Explain how you work with different tools and systems to establish a trustworthy data environment.

Outline the details of a forecast project you led, including your objectives, the forecasting methods used, and how this benefited the company. Highlight any acknowledgment or results gained from your accurate forecasting.

Share your experience using commission management systems such as Xactly or Spiff, focusing on how you utilized these tools to drive insights and report on commissions. Provide any specific challenges you overcame using these systems.

Describe the strategies you employ for prioritization, such as urgent vs. important frameworks or project management tools, and ensure to illustrate how you’ve successfully managed tight deadlines in the past.

Connect your professional goals with PartsBase Inc.'s mission, highlighting your interest in the aviation industry and technology. Discuss what excites you about the role and how you can contribute to the company’s success based on its values of teamwork and excellence.