Instacart
Corporate Finance Analyst II, General & Administrative
Job Summary
This role is for a Finance Analyst focused on operating expenses within the Corporate Finance team at Instacart. The candidate will manage budgets, develop forecasts, analyze variance, and support financial process improvements through automation and standardization. Strong collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and proficiency in financial software and modeling are key. The position offers flexible remote work options and competitive benefits.
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We're transforming the grocery industry
At Instacart, we invite the world to share love through food because we believe everyone should have access to the food they love and more time to enjoy it together. Where others see a simple need for grocery delivery, we see exciting complexity and endless opportunity to serve the varied needs of our community. We work to deliver an essential service that customers rely on to get their groceries and household goods, while also offering safe and flexible earnings opportunities to Instacart Personal Shoppers.
Instacart has become a lifeline for millions of people, and we’re building the team to help push our shopping cart forward. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, come join our table.
Instacart is a Flex First team
There’s no one-size fits all approach to how we do our best work. Our employees have the flexibility to choose where they do their best work—whether it’s from home, an office, or your favorite coffee shop—while staying connected and building community through regular in-person events. Learn more about our flexible approach to where we work.
About the Team
The Opex team within Corporate Finance is a trusted partner to various business functions, providing critical financial insights that empower data-driven decisions. We focus on managing budgets, delivering accurate forecasts, and ensuring operational excellence. Our team thrives in a collaborative environment, working closely within Finance, Accounting, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive efficiency, improve processes, and support the company's short- and long-term objectives.
About the Role
We are seeking a Finance Analyst to join the Corporate Finance team with a focus on Opex. As a key player on the team, you will partner with stakeholders to manage expense budgets, develop forecasts, and prepare meaningful financial analyses. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of monthly accounting transactions, providing impactful insights, and identifying opportunities for process automation. Whether supporting cost center owners or modeling scenarios for long-range planning, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on both collaboration and detailed analysis. If you have a passion for financial stewardship and process improvement, we look forward to welcoming you to the team!
Job Requisition
- Partner with business stakeholders to manage operating expense budgets and forecasts
- Review and validate monthly accounting transactions to ensure accuracy and alignment with forecast assumptions
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial processes (e.g., accruals, invoice coding, allocations) are executed in line with expectations
- Prepare monthly variance analyses with meaningful insights and commentary
- Develop and maintain ad hoc reporting to monitor spend and key performance indicators
- Identify and drive opportunities for process improvement through automation, standardization, and efficiency initiatives
- Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Accounting, and supported organizations
- Act as the primary Finance point of contact for designated cost centers
- Support annual and long-range planning cycles by providing data-driven insights and scenario modeling
- Effectively communicate financial insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders and clear calls to action
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, or operations with a strong track record of managing Opex
- Proficiency in financial software/tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent) and financial modeling
- Experience building and managing budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses
- Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Clear, polished communication skills with experience presenting insights to cross-functional stakeholders
- A self-starter with a positive attitude who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented setting
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Adaptive Insights or similar financial planning systems
- Strong foundation in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and an interest in leveraging automation to enhance financial processes
- Prior experience in FP&A, operating expense management, or a Corporate Finance environment
- Familiarity with process improvements and efficiency building through financial systems
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for both finance and non-finance teams
Instacart provides highly market-competitive compensation and benefits in each location where our employees work. This role is remote and the base pay range for a successful candidate is dependent on their permanent work location. Please review our Flex First remote work policy here.
Offers may vary based on many factors, such as candidate experience and skills required for the role. Additionally, this role is eligible for a new hire equity grant as well as annual refresh grants. Please read more about our benefits offerings here.
For US based candidates, the base pay ranges for a successful candidate are listed below.
Instacart
A grocery delivery service allowing users to order from local stores and have items delivered by personal shoppers.
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