Senior Finance Manager – Channel & Alliances Finance | Austin Metro Area - Texas Remote

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Senior Finance Manager – Channel & Alliances Finance, Full time

Posted 2 Days ago

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Interested candidates based outside of the designated areas are welcome to apply, provided they have the indefinite right to work in the job location.

Cohesity opens in a new tab is a leader in AI-powered data security and management. Aided by an extensive ecosystem of partners, Cohesity makes it easy to secure, protect, manage, and get value from data — across the data center, edge, and cloud. Cohesity helps organizations defend against cybersecurity threats with comprehensive data security and management capabilities, including immutable backup snapshots, AI-based threat detection, monitoring for malicious behavior, and rapid recovery at scale.

We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design. Join us on our mission to shape the future of our industry.

• Serve as a trusted finance business partner to Channel & Alliances leadership, driving end-to-end financial planning cycles including annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly close processes with rigor and precision.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of bookings, headcount, operating expenses, and partner program investments to uncover key performance drivers, assess variances, and identify actionable opportunities for improvement.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of channel go-to-market routes — including Distributors, Resellers, Global System Integrators (GSIs), Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and OEMs — to accurately forecast quarterly program spend, model financial scenarios, and maximize ROI across the partner portfolio.
• Define, develop, and maintain KPIs in collaboration with the Analytics team, building scalable dashboards that provide real-time visibility into partner performance across the organization.
• Prepare and deliver financial reports and executive presentations, translating complex data into clear narratives that inform strategic decisions and drive leadership alignment.
• Lead and support high-impact strategic projects, including business model transitions, go-to-market evolution, and operational transformation initiatives that advance Cohesity’s growth agenda.
• Foster strong cross-functional partnerships with Corporate Finance, Revenue Operations, Talent Acquisition, and HR to ensure financial strategies are tightly aligned with organizational priorities and workforce planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA is a plus.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, with a strong preference for backgrounds in high-growth technology or SaaS environments.
• Prior experience supporting Partner Go-to-Market (GTM) ecosystems is strongly preferred, with a deep understanding of channel routes to market — including Distributors, Resellers, GSIs, MSPs, and OEMs — and the financial dynamics unique to each model.
• Exceptional analytical acumen with the ability to synthesize large, complex datasets into clear, actionable insights that inform executive-level decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities with precision and composure in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, maintaining meticulous attention to detail under deadline pressure.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and a solid command of accounting principles as applied in a technology business context.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise ERP and financial planning tools; proficiency with Salesforce, Tableau, Adaptive Insights, and Net Suite is highly desirable.
• Outstanding communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making.

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