
Senior Financial Analyst
Why project44?
At project44, we believe in better.
We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chain isn’t just possible—it’s essential. Better for our customers. Better for their business. Better for the world.
With our Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement, we’re redefining how global supply chains operate. By transforming fragmented logistics data into real-time, AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Our Supply Chain AI enhances visibility, drives smarter execution, and unlocks next-gen applications that keep businesses moving forward.
Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a 2nd HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughest logistics challenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose. If you’re driven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team – we should talk.
About the role:
project44 is currently in search of a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst who possesses a strong understanding of SaaS financial concepts as well as strong analytical capabilities. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the company’s financial reporting, planning, budgeting, and day-to-day operations.
This position presents an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in FP&A, financial analysis, and data-driven decision-making to drive the company’s success. Your contributions will be instrumental in shaping financial strategies, optimizing resource allocation, and enabling informed business decisions. Key responsibilities:
- Analyze financial results on a monthly basis, comparing actuals with budget and forecasted figures
- Generate detailed monthly and quarterly financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, encompassing key aspects such as revenue performance, expense analysis, profitability assessment, headcount growth, and relevant supporting metrics
- Develop new models to link operational metrics with financial outcomes and increase understanding of ROI
- Meet with business leaders to review & discuss monthly results and generate forecasts
- Monitor and communicate trends, and assess implications along with developing actionable strategies
- Work across finance and our cross functional teams (Product, Sales, People, Marketing, etc.) to help drive better efficiency and productivity
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or global equivalent in Finance or Accounting with strong fundamental knowledge of accounting & SaaS finance principles
- 2-4 years of experience working in FP&A or a similar analytical financial role
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end close support
- Strong Excel skills; ability to work with large, complex data sets
- Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills and experience working with senior leadership
- Experience with financial planning tools (examples include Adaptive, Planful, Essbase, Anaplan)
- ERP experience (examples include NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
- Data visualization experience is a plus (examples include Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)
- Comfortable working in high-tech startup company with a fast-paced environment
- Assertive, highly-driven, and self-motivated
In-office Commitment: This position requires a commitment to contribute to our collaborative culture by working in-office three days weekly.
Time Zone: Flexibility in working hours is expected, including some overlap with US business hours to support key meetings and collaboratio
Diversity & Inclusion:
At project44, we are designing the future of how the world moves and is connected through trade and global supply chains. As we work to deliver a truly world-class product and experience, we are also intentionally building teams that reflect the unique communities we serve. We are focused on creating a company where all team members can bring their authentic selves to work every day.
We are building a company that every one of us at project44 is proud to work for, and our journey of becoming a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, where all have a sense of belonging, is shaped through the actions of our leadership, global teams and individual team members. We are resolute in our belief that each team member has an equal responsibility to mold and uphold our culture.
project44 is an equal opportunity employer seeking to enrich our work environment by creating opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to thrive. If you share our values and our passion for helping the way the world moves, we would love to review your application!
For any accommodation needed during the hiring process, please email recruiting@project44.com. Even if you do not meet 100% of the above job description you should still seriously consider applying. Studies show that you can still be considered for a role if you meet just 50% of the role’s requirements.
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