SR. FINANCIAL ANALYST - FP&A

$154,000 - $185,000/Yr

Antora Energy - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At Antora, we're on a mission to stop climate change, focusing on the 30% of global emissions that come from industry. We are unlocking zero-emissions industrial energy that is cheaper than fossil fuels. Our thermal batteries store energy from renewables as heat for extended periods, delivering that stored energy as heat and power at the scale and temperatures that large industrial operations demand. We aim to eliminate gigatons of emissions while strengthening domestic manufacturing, curbing industrial air pollution, and enhancing America's clean energy leadership. We are committed to building a diverse, passionate, and creative team dedicated to a future where every industrial facility is powered by abundant, low-cost, zero-emissions energy. The Sr. Financial Analyst will report to the Head of Finance and will play a crucial role in assisting with financial planning and budgeting processes. This position involves developing financial models, preparing projections, and performing research and analysis as required by leadership. The analyst will provide team leaders with financial guidance and assist with monthly close processes. This role is essential for leading the company's planning cycle, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes. The analyst will also develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to assess potential growth scenarios and evaluate various business factors, ensuring that strategic decision-making is informed by comprehensive financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's planning cycle, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, and monthly/quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to assess potential growth scenarios and evaluate various business factors.
• Analyze financial data and develop relevant financial and cost models to guide strategic decision-making.
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of key business data and drivers, presenting actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic guidance on cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiency improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting in complex business environments, with 3 years leading FP&A processes, preferably in renewable energy or manufacturing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to diverse audiences.
• Deep understanding of financial statements (Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and P&L) with experience in renewable energy project finance preferred.
• Significant experience in financial modeling and data analysis, with advanced MS Excel.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to manage multiple work streams and be capable of succeeding across a diverse portfolio of projects and responsibilities.
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully managing complex projects and driving results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, coupled with a passion for renewable energy and sustainability.

Benefits

• Premium health benefits package with life and disability insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Flexible spending account.
• Industry leading paid time off policy.
• Flexible and inclusive holiday observance.
• Paid volunteer time off.