Financial Analyst

About the Company Q2 is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions to banks, credit unions, alternative finance companies, and fintechs. Our mission is to build strong and diverse communities through innovative financial technology, empowering people to help create success for customers. Summary The FP&A Analyst supports forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis activities that enable effective decision‑making across the business. Works closely with Finance leaders, senior analysts, and cross‑functional partners to ensure accurate financial data, timely analysis, and clear reporting. Responsibilities Support forecasting, budgeting and planning processes for assigned business areas, including expenses, headcount and revenue. Prepare and maintain forecast inputs, models and schedules under guidance from senior FP&A team members. Assist in monthly forecasts, AOP and long‑range planning cycles by ensuring data accuracy and timely submissions. Update forecasts and models based on actual results, approved changes and revised assumptions. Prepare standard monthly and quarterly reporting packages, including variance analysis versus budget, forecast and prior periods. Analyze basic trends and drivers, escalating risks, anomalies or data issues to senior team members. Support explanations of financial performance by gathering data, validating assumptions and preparing draft narratives. Perform structured financial analysis to support business reviews, cost tracking and operational decisions. Assist with scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis under direction from senior analysts or managers. Respond to ad‑hoc data and analysis requests with accurate, well‑organized outputs. Work with business partners to collect inputs, validate data and clarify assumptions. Collaborate with Accounting to support actuals close, data reconciliation and variance explanations. Partner with other FP&A team members to ensure consistency in data, definitions and reporting. Use FP&A systems and tools (Anaplan, NetSuite, Workday, Power BI, Excel) to maintain forecasts and reporting. Follow established FP&A processes, documentation standards and control procedures. Identify data quality issues or process gaps and raise them to the team for resolution. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field. Typically 5+ years of experience in finance, FP&A, accounting or a related analytical role. Strong quantitative and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Foundational understanding of financial statements and basic accounting concepts. Proficiency in Excel; experience with FP&A systems (e.g., Anaplan) or BI tools is a plus. Clear communication of analysis and strong questioning ability. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Curiosity, willingness to learn and a proactive mindset. Fluent written and oral communication in English. Authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (no Visa sponsorship available). Benefits Health and wellness benefits, including competitive health insurance and generous paid parental leave for eligible new parents. Hybrid work opportunities and flexible time off. Career development and mentoring programs. Community volunteering and company philanthropy programs. Employee peer recognition program – "You Earned it". EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr