Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

About Coalfire
Coalfire is on a mission to make the world a safer place by solving our clients’ hardest cybersecurity challenges. We work at the cutting edge of technology to advise, assess, automate, and ultimately help companies navigate the ever-changing cybersecurity landscape. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices across the U.S. and U.K., and we support clients around the world.
But that’s not who we are – that’s just what we do. We are thought leaders, consultants, and cybersecurity experts, but above all else, we are a team of passionate problem-solvers who are hungry to learn, grow, and make a difference.
This is a hybrid remote and in-office position located in the River North area of Chicago, IL.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role will support monthly financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Working closely with the Senior Director of FP&A, this position will collaborate cross-functionally with teams including sales, delivery, and other business units to ensure accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis. Additionally, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in systems automation and financial data integration to enhance efficiency and scalability.

What You'll Do

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare, maintain, and produce monthly financial reporting packages and dashboards.
• Analyze and clearly communicate actual results vs. forecasts/budget, identifying key variances.
• Lead variance reporting at both consolidated and functional levels (Bookings and P&L).


• Month-End Close & Variance Analysis
• Support the monthly close process by working closely with the accounting team to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Manage financial data integration from NetSuite into Adaptive Planning to facilitate accurate reporting.
• Assist with variance analysis and financial data consolidation across the FP&A team.


• Forecasting & Budgeting
• Play an integral role in forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting accuracy and strategic initiatives.


• Systems & Automation
• Support financial system enhancements, including Adaptive Insights, Office Connect, and GL mapping.
• Assist with automation initiatives to streamline reporting, improve forecasting accuracy, and scale financial processes.


• Vendor & Project-Level Analysis
• Enhance and maintain vendor and project-level financial reporting for actual results and forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to improve process efficiency and scalability in financial tracking and analysis.


• Ad-Hoc Financial Modeling & Strategic Support
• Conduct financial modeling and ad-hoc analysis to support strategic business decisions.
• Identify financial trends, assess risks and opportunities, and provide insights to leadership.

What You'll Bring

• 4+ years of experience in accounting and/or financial planning & analysis (FP&A).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Hands-on experience with financial statements, budget forecasting, and financial operations.
• Financial Acumen: Strong knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting principles.
• Accounting & Reporting: Understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting best practices.
• Data Analysis: Ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of business operations, industry trends, and financial impacts on decision-making.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial planning tools (Adaptive nsights, Office Connect, or similar).
• Communication & Presentation: Strong ability to communicate financial insights to executives and cross-functional teams.
• Project Management: Ability to work independently and collab