Company Description
Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. We build, power, and evolve the tools and technologies that connect millions of entrepreneurs with millions of buyers around the world. As an Etsy Inc. employee, whether a team member of Etsy or Depop, you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and Keeping Commerce Human.

What's the role?

We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join our Strategic Finance group. Our group has a business partner philosophy and structure, where each member is aligned with a key part of Etsy’s business - in this case, the Product and Engineering Strategic Finance team. You will support the success of efforts at Etsy by providing critical analysis and insights to drive business decisions around our company strategy and its financial implications.

The Strategic Finance Analyst will be responsible for analyzing trends, building forecast models, and collaborating with our business partners. As this role will have a focus on supporting the Product and Engineering Org, your day-to-day will include (but not be limited to): forecasting and evaluating operating expenses and topline items in the org, weekly reporting to our CFO and CPTO, and working with stakeholders to build goals and forecasts for future periods. Do you find joy in using data to build analyses and influence decisions? If so, this could be the perfect match.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Strategic Finance Director for Product and Engineering. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy. 
 

This role requires your presence in Etsy’s Mexico City Office once or twice per week depending on your proximity to the office. Candidates living within commutable distance of Etsy’s Office Hub may be the first to be considered. Learn more details about our  work modes and workplace safety policies here.

What’s this team like at Etsy?

The Strategic Finance team partners closely with leaders across Etsy to help shape company strategy, evaluate investments, and drive sustainable growth. As a trusted thought partner to Product, Engineering, Analytics, and Executive Leadership, the team combines rigorous financial analysis with deep business insight to inform decision-making at every level. We thrive on solving complex problems, bringing clarity to ambiguity, and helping the organization focus on the opportunities that will create the greatest impact for Etsy’s buyers, sellers, and marketplace.

What does the day-to-day look like?

• Analyze financial and operational trends, and articulate their business impact
• Work with the FP&A team to build budgets and forecasts related to the Product and Engineering Organization
• Arm business leaders with data needed to make strong business decisions by helping them interpret analyses, measure progress against goals, and build investment cases
• Own key parts of forecast model preparation, maintenance, and quality control
• Collaborate with Strategic Finance colleagues to produce regular reviews for the Executive Team and Board of Directors
• Contribute to special products such as assessing the financial and strategic implications of potential new company investments 
• Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy's discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law

Qualities that will help you thrive in this role are:

• 2+ years of finance experience, including experience in financial planning, business analysis, investment banking, accounting or related, with confirmed understanding of financial modeling and analysis tools
• The ideal candidate has participated in the budgeting and forecasting process and enjoys a continuous planning environment
• Familiarity with and passion for the e-commerce industry, Product and Engineering KPIs
• Thrives when working in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Docs
• Experience with Looker, Workday Financial Management, or Planful is also a strength
• A trust in and dedication to Etsy’s vision, mission and values.

Additional Information
 

What's Next
If you're interested in joining the team at Etsy, please share your resume with us and feel free to include a cover letter if you'd like. As we hope you've seen already, Etsy is a place that values individuality and variety. We don't want you to be like everyone else -- we want you to be like you! So tell us what you're all about.
 
Our Promise
At Etsy, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. Etsy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.