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OVA.Work · 1 month ago

Principal Analyst

OVA.Work is seeking a highly skilled Principal Financial Analyst to serve as a strategic partner and subject-matter expert to senior leadership. This role will lead complex financial modeling, strategic scenario analysis, and capital allocation decisions while mentoring junior team members and driving actionable insights.

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Responsibilities

Build and maintain sophisticated, dynamic financial models (DCF, LBO, merger models, 3-statement integrated models, Monte Carlo simulations, etc.) to support strategic initiatives, investments, and M&A transactions
Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and multi-year strategic planning processes in collaboration with business unit leaders
Perform valuation analyses, capital structure optimization, ROI/IRR calculations, and sensitivity/scenario planning for major capital projects and acquisitions
Partner with C-suite and business unit leaders to evaluate organic/inorganic growth opportunities, pricing strategies, and resource allocation
Conduct industry benchmarking, competitive intelligence, and peer group analysis
Own preparation of Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team materials (monthly/quarterly financial reviews, investment memos, etc.)
Drive process improvement and automation of financial reporting and modeling tools (Excel – Python/Alteryx/Tableau/Power BI as needed)
Mentor and develop senior and staff analysts; serve as the go-to expert on complex technical accounting/finance topics
Support Investor Relations, Treasury, and Corporate Development with ad-hoc analyses

Qualification

Financial modelingValuation techniquesGAAP/IFRS knowledgeExcel proficiencyBI tools proficiencyAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CFA strongly preferred)
812+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance, FP&A, investment banking, private equity, management consulting, or equity research
Expert-level Excel and financial modeling skills (ability to build models from scratch with minimal errors under tight deadlines)
Advanced proficiency in valuation techniques (DCF, comparables, precedent transactions, etc.)
Strong working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial statement analysis
Experience presenting complex financial concepts to executive leadership and Board members

Preferred

Proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) and scripting (Python, SQL, VBA) a strong plus
Prior experience in [specific industry, e.g., Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Energy, etc.] highly desirable
Proven track record supporting M&A transactions, capital raises, or major strategic projects
Demonstrated ability to influence decisions in a matrixed organization

Benefits

Annual bonus: 20-40%
Long-term incentives (RSUs / equity) for qualified candidates
Comprehensive health benefits
401(k) match
Flexible PTO

Company

OVA.Work

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OVA is the most advanced Automated, Intelligent, intuitive On-boarding platform for Staffing Firms of all sizes.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2020-03-15Pre Seed
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