Financial Analyst

ABOUT NETAPP:

At NetApp, we believe in empowering our people to thrive both personally and professionally. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, can embrace a growth mindset, and contribute to high-performance teams that prioritize customer-centric solutions. As a global leader in data management and cloud services, we are dedicated to helping businesses unlock their potential, and we invite you to join us on this journey.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to partner with our IT, Cybersecurity, and Business Process teams to drive thoughtful, data-informed OpEx decisions. We value skills and potential over specific backgrounds, and we are excited to welcome candidates from diverse experiences to apply. This is a hybrid role required 3 days a week in the office in our Raleigh, NC or San Jose, CA office. Candidates outside this geographic location will not be considered.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

This role is ideal for someone who is curious, analytical, and motivated to improve how organizations plan, measure, and optimize investments. You will play a key role in enabling smart resource allocation, strengthening financial discipline, and supporting high-impact business initiatives—while growing your own finance and business partnership skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Partner with IT, Cybersecurity, and Business Process leaders to plan, manage, and forecast OpEx budgets * Deliver clear, actionable insights on spend trends, variances, and risks to inform decision-making * Improve forecasting accuracy and reporting processes through thoughtful analysis and simplification * Support monthly and quarterly close activities, including variance analysis and reporting * Build and maintain models to evaluate cost efficiency and investment trade-offs * Collaborate cross-functionally to align financial plans with business priorities * Identify opportunities to enhance transparency, controls, and cost optimization

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We value skills, experience, and potential over traditional qualifications. You’ll succeed in this role if you have:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
• Effective communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional

partners * Experience with budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis (corporate, consulting, or related environments)

• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial systems or data tools
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with changing

priorities * A growth mindset and willingness to learn new tools, processes, and business contexts

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field * Typically 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis or business partnering roles * This is a hybrid role required 3 days a week in the office in our Raleigh, NC or San Jose, CA office. Candidates outside this geographic location will not be considered.

WHY JOIN NETAPP:

At NetApp, we are committed to your growth and success. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to: * Shape financial strategies that drive innovation and impact across the organization * Work in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated * Collaborate with passionate professionals who share a commitment to high performance and customer success * Access learning and development resources to continuously expand your skills and career opportunities Compensation: The target salary range for this position is 100,300 - 143,000 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off, various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU’s), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.