Senior Analyst, Corporate Real Estate | Santa Clara, CA - USA (Office)

Company Overview Cohesity is a leader in AI‑powered data security and management, helping organizations secure, protect, manage, and derive value from data across the data center, edge, and cloud. Job Description Sr. Analyst, Corporate Real Estate (CRE Finance) The key responsibilities of this role include: Serve as the primary finance partner to the Corporate Real Estate and Workplace teams. Lead annual planning, long‑range planning, and rolling forecasts for global real estate OPEX and CAPEX, including cash flow. Develop financial models to evaluate site selection, lease vs. buy decisions, expansions, consolidations, and buyouts/ exits. Translate business growth and workforce assumptions into real estate financial impacts. Own financial oversight of the global real estate portfolio, including offices, R&D facilities, workplace operations, safety & security, and other operational sites. Track and analyze occupancy costs, cost per employee, utilization metrics, and ROI by location. Identify cost optimization opportunities while balancing employee experience, security, and operational needs. Provide financial diligence for leases, renewals, subleases, and major capital investments. Partner with Legal and CRE to evaluate lease terms, incentives, tenant improvement allowances, and total cost of occupancy. Support M&A, integration, and divestiture activities related to real estate. Develop clear executive‑ready reporting and dashboards. Present key drivers, risks, and trade‑offs related to real estate financial decisions. Monitor and explain variances against plan and forecast. Ensure adherence to corporate financial policies, internal controls, and accounting standards. Partner with Accounting on lease accounting, accruals, and balance sheet impacts. Support audits and maintain strong documentation and governance for real estate spend. Qualifications 5–10+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A, or Corporate Development, with direct responsibility for real estate or large fixed‑cost portfolios. Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, including long‑range planning and scenario analysis. Experience managing multi‑million‑dollar budgets in a global environment. Proven ability to partner with non‑finance stakeholders and influence decision‑making. Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise. Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision‑making. Preferred Qualifications Experience in technology, cybersecurity, SaaS, or data‑centric companies. Working knowledge of commercial real estate economics and lease structures. Familiarity with lease accounting standards (ASC 842 / IFRS 16). MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent advanced credentials. Experience supporting hybrid or distributed workforce strategies. Benefits Healthcare coverage for you and your family Paid parental leave Flexible paid time off Additional company‑wide days off throughout the year A robust wellness program Continuous learning opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package Pay Range $153,000.00 – $170,000.00 Equal Employment Opportunity Cohesity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr