We are seeking a dynamic Financial Planning Analyst to join our finance team, a leading software development company. This role is critical to driving the company's strategic financial planning, performance analysis, and decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with an understanding of the software industry, supporting our growth and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Financial Analysis&Reporting: Prepare, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis and KPIs. Deliver insights on revenue trends, cost structures, and profitability. Budgeting&Forecasting: Develop, maintain, and update annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives. Data-Driven Insights: Utilize financial and operational data to provide actionable recommendations to improve business performance. Conduct scenario analysis and what-if modeling to support strategic initiatives. Performance Metrics: Monitor and analyze key financial metrics, including bookings, billings, recurring revenue, and churn. Build and maintain dashboards for tracking critical metrics in collaboration with the BI team. Investment Analysis: Support evaluation of new projects, R&D investments, and potential acquisitions by performing ROI and NPV analysis. Process Improvement: Enhance financial planning processes and tools, leveraging technology to streamline workflows and reporting. Collaborate with IT and software teams to integrate financial tools with operational systems. Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning software (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan). Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is highly desirable. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment.