OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync.Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Senior Financial Analyst to join our Corporate Finance & Strategy team. The Corporate Finance & Strategy team at OpenGov is responsible for three components of the Finance function: consolidated planning and reporting; finance partnership with G&A functions; and strategic finance initiatives, such as product profitability, capital allocation, and M&A. The Senior Financial Analyst will focus primarily on FP&A partnership with G&A leadership, with an opportunity to support strategic finance on an ad hoc basis. The ideal candidate is a driven, strategic thinker looking to make a direct impact on a small and agile team. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director, Finance & Strategy and will frequently collaborate with the SVP of Finance & Accounting and other executive team members.

Responsibilities:

• G&A FP&A:

  • Prepare monthly/quarterly variance analysis of actuals vs. budget/forecast for G&A leadership, with the goal of driving actionable insights into operational and financial performance of the business

  • Partner with G&A leadership and their broader teams to maintain the monthly forecast, ensuring a high level of forecast accuracy

  • Own source-of-truth reporting around key components of G&A spend including headcount, software, facilities, and capital

  • Provide decision support to G&A leadership in vendor contract evaluation and negotiation

• Corporate FP&A:

  • Own source-of-truth Corporate reporting related to cash flow and capex

  • Support the Corporate Finance & Strategy team in driving OpenGov’s consolidated annual planning process, including responsibility for detailed analysis that underlies the annual planning process

• Strategic Finance:

  • Conduct ad hoc in-depth analysis of operational and financial data to drive insights and action across the business

  • Contribute to strategic projects, such as M&A due diligence and integration, capital allocations strategy, and process optimization efforts, as required

• Function as an Adaptive Planning SME within the Finance team and leverage Adaptive to produce timely, accurate, and detailed financial reporting.

• Partner and problem solve effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in the end-to-end reporting process, including Sales Ops, Business Systems, Data & BI, Accounting, HR, and Finance.

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or other quantitative major

• At least 3 years of work experience, ideally in-house Finance or Business Operations at an early stage or growth stage business; or investment banking/consulting/transaction services with exposure to early stage or growth stage businesses

• Experience in a SaaS or B2B subscription model business

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as a technical aptitude for financial systems development, reporting, and automation

• Solid understanding and use of accounting and finance principles

• Willing to take feedback, learn and grow; an ethos of continuous self-improvement

• Ability to handle competing deadlines – and shifting priorities – with minimal supervision

• Proficiency in analysis and presentation in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and Google Slides

• Excellent cross-functional communication skills

$110k - $135k

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

Why OpenGov?

A Mission That Matters.

At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust.  Some people say this is boring.  We think it’s the core of our democracy.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Dubuque, Plano, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

Benefits That Work for You

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.

• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match (USA only)

• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches