<p><span style="color:#000000"><b><span style="font-size:14px">Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!</span></b></span></p><p></p>The Strategic Finance Analyst will play a critical role supporting investor relations, capital structure analysis, and CFO level strategic finance initiatives. This role is designed for a former investment banking or private equity associate with strong financial modeling capabilities, deep understanding of leverage and capital structures, and the judgment to operate credibly with private equity sponsors, lenders, and executive leadership. The position sits within Investor Relations & Treasury, ensuring close alignment with sponsor communications and capital markets activity, while allocating dedicated capacity to CFO driven analytical work including liquidity planning, scenario modeling, and board level financial <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">analysis. </span><p><b>WHAT YOU'LL DO</b></p><p><b>Sponsor & Lender Support</b></p><ul><li><p>Support preparation of analytical materials for PE sponsors, lenders, and board observers, including leverage, liquidity, and return‑focused analyses</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain high‑quality models supporting debt capacity, cash flow, refinancing scenarios, and covenant sensitivity</p></li><li><p>Assist in responding to ad‑hoc sponsor and lender analytical requests with speed, accuracy, and professionalism</p></li></ul><p><b>Capital Structure & Treasury Analytics</b></p><ul><li><p>Own detailed capital structure models including debt tranches, PIK mechanics, interest expense forecasting, and maturity profiles</p></li><li><p>Support cap table management, equity value scenarios, and transaction‑related modeling as needed</p></li><li><p>Partner with Treasury on cash forecasting, liquidity planning, and financing strategy analysis</p></li></ul><p><b>CFO & Executive Support</b></p><ul><li><p>Provide dedicated analytical support to the CFO on strategic finance topics including M&A evaluation, downside/upside scenarios, and long‑range planning</p></li><li><p>Contribute to board and Audit Committee materials requiring complex financial modeling or capital markets insight</p></li><li><p>Act as a flexible “surge resource” during key events (earnings, refinancing, transactions, board cycles)</p></li></ul><p><b>Cross‑Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li><p>Work closely with FP&A, Accounting, and Legal to ensure analytical consistency across forecasts, external reporting, and financing materials</p></li><li><p>Serve as a connective layer between IR, Treasury, and the broader Finance organization without duplicating core FP&A responsibilities<span> </span></p></li></ul> <p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p><b>Required</b></p><ul><li><p>2–5 years of experience in <b>investment banking, private equity, or strategic finance</b>, preferably with exposure to leveraged capital structures</p></li><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field required.</p></li><li><p>Advanced financial modeling skills (3‑statement models, cash flow, debt waterfalls, returns analysis)</p></li><li><p>Strong understanding of debt instruments, leverage, PIK interest, and private equity ownership structures</p></li><li><p>Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to produce executive‑ and sponsor‑ready materials</p></li><li><p>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to senior‑level requests</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred</b></p><ul><li><p><b>CFA designation or progress toward CFA</b></p></li><li><p>Master’s degree in Finance or a related discipline</p></li><li><p>Experience working with PE‑backed companies or middle‑market sponsors</p></li><li><p>Prior exposure to investor relations, capital markets, or treasury functions</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; comfort working directly with senior executives and external stakeholders</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Key Competencies</b></p><p><b>Innovation </b></p><ul><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Generates creative,</span> <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">solution-focused ideas that drive</span> improvement and add value. </p></li><li><p>Challenges conventional <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">thinking, learns from setbacks, and delivers enhanced outcomes. </span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Accountability</b> </p><ul><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Takes full ownership to</span> <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">deliver assigned tasks, goals,</span> <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and outcomes. </span></p></li><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Delivers high-quality</span> work on <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">time, with clear</span> expectations and proactive communication. </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Service Excellence </b></p><ul><li><p>Anticipates and responds to customer needs with professionalism, ensuring a positive <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">and solutions-oriented experience. </span></p></li><li><p>Collaborates across <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">teams, applying feedback</span> to continuously improve service quality and satisfaction. </p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Teamwork </b></p><ul><li><p>Works <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">collaboratively with</span> team members to achieve shared <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">goals and support</span> team success. </p></li><li><p>Values diverse perspectives and fosters an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative team culture. </p></li></ul><p><b>Compensation:</b> 95,000 USD - 125,000 USD</p><p></p><p><span style="color:#262626"><span style="font-size:14px">At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us?</span></span></p><p></p><p>At Fortra, our compensation philosophy prioritizes fair market value and internal equity, aligning with your experience and specialized skill set.</p><p></p><p>As a full-time, exempt employee at Fortra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: </p><ul><li><p>Health, dental, and vision coverage as of hire </p></li><li><p>Immediate enrollment in 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans </p></li><li><p>Flexible PTO policy </p></li><li><p>Tuition and personal enrichment reimbursement </p></li><li><p>Option to enroll in ID Theft Protection Program </p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>At Fortra, work is only part of the story. Explore what Life at Fortra is all about, from perks that support holistic wellbeing to a culture that keeps you connected and empowered to make an impact beyond the job.</i></p><p></p><p>Visit our website to learn more about why employees choose to work for Fortra. Remember to connect with us on LinkedIn.<br><br>As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.</p>