Description

Here at Appian, we're passionate about technology. We love making it, and we love using it. Coming on board to Appian Finance within the Appian Corporate team means you'll be doing work that directly impacts the overall business. We are a people-first organization, all committed to providing a first-class employee experience. Our top priority is ensuring our people and the business are equipped with the tools, resources, and processes needed to thrive.

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst position will support Appian's FP&A function in the production of financial and operational reports and key metrics. Responsibilities of the position may include the financial review of customer or subcontractor consulting contracts, customer contract processing, assisting with the creation of revenue and/or expense plans and forecasts, and responding to ad hoc financial reporting requests from leadership. This position will work closely with the Director of FP&A, as well as key members across Appian's various departments.

*Candidates must be willing to come into the McLean, VA office on a hybrid schedule*

To be successful in this role, you need:

• Experience as a frequent user of the Microsoft Office product suite, especially Excel. Excel skills should include advanced technical experience, including creating pivot tables and the ability to write formulas for lookups and other functions
  
• Attention to detail and strong time management skills, with the ability to multi-task under time pressure while meeting time-sensitive deadlines
  
• Ability to exercise discretion related to the reporting of Appian's actual and forecasted financial results
  
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with peers and management
  
• Motivation and the ability to grow and develop within the finance organization
  
• Knowledge of Salesforce and/or Anaplan would be beneficial
  

Some of the tools and resources we will equip you with include:

• Netsuite
  
• Salesforce
  
• Anaplan
  
• Appian's internal systems and reports
  

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. in Business Administration, or Finance
  
• Minimum 2 years of experience in each of the following categories: 1) Finance, 2) Microsoft Excel
  

About Appian

Before Appian was a company, it was an idea. Not about a product or a market, but about the culture needed to sustain innovation and value. Today, we help businesses build apps and workflows rapidly, with a low-code automation platform.

Appian was founded on the belief that talented and passionate people, given the power and autonomy to excel, will deliver amazing impact. We have worked thoughtfully to create an inclusive, agile and collaborative work environment where employees feel challenged, and all voices are heard. We value and encourage cross-departmental collaboration, and actively seek opportunities to better ourselves and others. Creating impact to us means that when we deliver results, we're focused on lasting positive change.

Join us.