Principal Financial Analyst (expert level, annual planning)

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OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

YOUR IMPACT

Working at OpenText is more than just a job; it’s a chance to make a difference. Every day, in every department, uniquely interesting work takes place.  The Corporate Finance team has a unique opportunity for a Principal Financial Analyst to join the team.  This expert-level Corporate Finance professional will work closely with cross-functional teams to support all corporate finance activities, including annual planning, strategic projects, maintaining long-term financial models, and providing strategic analysis support to Company leadership. You will collaborate closely with the leadership in this centralized role.

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

Annual Planning:

• Work closely with various departments and business units to consolidate their financial plans into a cohesive organizational plan.
• Ensure alignment and consistency in financial planning across the entire organization.

Financial Modeling:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support the planning process -- cash flow and balance sheet models as well as capacity planning and variance analysis. 
• Assist Sr. Director in refining company’s internal models by making continuous improvements

Strategic Projects:

• Project Evaluation: Assess the financial viability of strategic projects such as onboarding of acquisitions
• Implementation Support: Provide financial insights and support during the implementation of strategic projects to ensure they meet financial goals.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Accounting designation preferred, CPA, CA or equivalent
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Finance, with a focus on Corporate FP&A
• Advanced skills and experience in financial modeling and statistical analysis
• Proven ability to use computer software and applications -- strong emphasis on Excel and advanced tools such as VB or Python preferred
• Proven self-starter with the ability to balance multiple tasks of competing priorities in a changing and dynamic environment as this is an individual contributor role.
• Effective project management experience in large matrix organizations

ONE LAST THING

OpenText is more than just a corporation, it's a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned.  Our 30-year legacy encompasses delivering over 700 innovative products and services, with over 120,000 enterprise customers, including 98 of the Top 100 companies, and 150 million end users.  As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.