Finance Analyst

Cisco

. Provide OPEX support to the Splunk Product Organization .

Posted 10/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $130,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on OPEX support and process improvements. Proficient in utilizing finance ERPs and financial software to enhance forecasting accuracy and drive data-driven decision-making.

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OPEX SupportFinancial Planning SoftwareVariance AnalysisSaaS Business ExperienceAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingData AnalyticsExcelGAAP ComplianceCost ModelingProcess ImprovementAccrualsAd-Hoc Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Oracle Hyperion EssbaseNetSuiteAnaplan

Industry Keywords

COGSExpense ForecastsPortfolio PlanningCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

OracleSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide OPEX support to the Splunk Product Organization
Support Engineering leadership prioritization and decision making
Support portfolio planning, annual budgeting, quarterly commit processes, month-end and quarterly close activities, forecasting, reporting, variance analysis, and compliance
Partner with Engineering and Product Management leadership, HR, talent acquisition, and accounting to establish best practices
Model headcount costs and discretionary expenses
Identify opportunities and recommend pulling back or accelerating spend based on team priorities
Improve forecasting accuracy through enhanced data analytics and cross-functional collaboration
Support monthly close processes, including accruals, variance analysis, and PO, invoice, and requisition approvals
Perform ad-hoc analyses
Assess GAAP and Cisco accounting policy impacts on expense forecasts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business-related field with 3+ years of proven experience
Intermediate Excel skills
Proficiency with finance ERPs and financial planning software, such as Oracle Hyperion Essbase, NetSuite, or Anaplan
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Previous OpEx or COGS experience preferred
SaaS business experience
Ability to drive process improvements and automation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants, subject to eligibility and continued employment
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies
Performance-based incentive pay for employees on sales plans
Opportunities to grow and build at Cisco