OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.
AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.
Your Impact:
As a Principal Financial Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping data-driven decision-making across Sales, Marketing, and Finance. This role goes beyond analysis and reporting the numbers; you will drive strategic insights and influence executive decision-making. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, performing deep analytics that drive a culture and language of growth across the company. This position requires a strong blend of business acumen and technical expertise to deliver actionable, impactful, and meaningful insights.
What the role offers:
Trusted Business Advisor
Serve as the primary business partner and advisor for one of our sales pillars delivering insights that inform sales and marketing leadership on pipeline quality and health which lead to actionable insights and shape strategic decision-making.Support long-term strategic planning and investment analysis for new markets, industries and other business opportunities.Advanced Analytics and Business Insights
Own the projection of key variables and provide context on KPIs to drive strategic decisions.Develop a narrative around KPIs to drive growth decisions.Cross-Functional Collaboration
Influence priorities across Finance, Sales, and Marketing to drive performance to our revenue outcomes and growth objectives.Champion a culture of data-driven decision-making across Finance, Sales, and Marketing.
What you need to succeed:
8+ years of experience in sales operations, finance, or marketing role working within a fast-paced technology environment with demonstrated abilities of senior level interactionsA degree in Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or Data ScienceStrong research, analytical/decision making and problem-solving skills.Advanced Excel skills with experience in pivot tables or Power Pivot.Skilled in SQL querying for research, data pulls and analysis purposes.Proficiency in Python is preferred; experience with other analytical tools is a plusStrong written and verbal communication skills, ability to synthesize data insights into simple and actionable details.Strong planning, organization and time management skillsStrong business acumen and attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
One Last Thing
OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.
OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us at hr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.