Financial Analyst, Sales & Marketing

Upwork ($UPWK) is the world’s work marketplace. We serve everyone from one-person startups to large, Fortune 100 enterprises with a powerful, trust-driven platform that enables companies and talent to work together in new ways that unlock their potential.

Last year, more than $3.8 billion of work was done through Upwork by experienced professionals who are gaining more control by finding work they are passionate about and improving their careers.

We are looking for a Financial Analyst - S&M who will report to the FP&A Manager - S&M. Prior work experience in finance or accounting is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will be curious, proactive, and possess a keen attention to detail.

Your Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and provide insights for budgeting and forecasting processes

• Develop and maintain robust financial models to streamline decision-making and highlight key drivers based on past and current business performance.

• Assist the S&M finance team with long range planning, annual budgeting, monthly close and forecasting processes including headcount and discretionary spend

• Assist in the preparation of regular financial reporting accompanied by insights to business partners that communicate trends and financial performance of their teams

• Establish budget controls, maintain and improve forecasting accuracy and processes, while building close partnerships with cross-functional teams

What it takes to catch our eye:

• Prior business unit finance support experience preferred, specifically S&M functions with a focus on Marketing.

• Ability to work independently, think strategically and able to manage competing priorities

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel / Gsheets (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and familiarity with BI tools

• Experience with Financial and ERP systems such as Oracle, Workday or Adaptive Planning preferred

• Accuracy with numbers and a standard for excellence

• We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you do not possess all the qualifications listed but believe you have the potential to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We value a growth mindset and are committed to providing support and resources for professional development.

Come change how the world works.

At Upwork, you’ll shape talent solutions for how the world works today. We are a remote-first organization working together to create exciting remote work opportunities for a global community of professionals.  While we have physical offices in San Francisco and Chicago, currently we also support hiring of corporate full-time employees in 19 states in the United States. Please speak with a member of our recruitment team to determine whether you are located in a state in which we are hiring corporate full-time employees. 

Our vibrant culture is built on shared values and our mission to create economic opportunities so that people have better lives. We foster amazing teams, put our community first, and have a bias toward action. We encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work and grow together through development opportunities, mentorship, and employee resource groups. Oh yeah, we’ve also got amazing benefits.

Check out our Life at Upwork page to learn more about the employee experience.   

Upwork is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.