Full-Time

Consolidation QA Specialist

Posted on 12/21/2024

Anaplan

Anaplan

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud-based business planning and performance management platform

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Mid

Toronto, ON, Canada

Requires in-office presence in Toronto twice weekly.

Category
QA & Testing
Manual Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Agile
SCRUM
Selenium
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in QA testing, with a focus on financial consolidation software.
  • Hands-on experience with Fluence or similar financial consolidation tools.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  • Experience with performance testing and load testing tools.
  • Technical skills in QA automation and experience creating automated test scripts, including proficiency with tools such as Selenium or similar frameworks.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct thorough testing of the Fluence Consolidation Application.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to understand requirements and provide feedback on testability.
  • Identify, document, and track defects and work with the development team to resolve issues.
  • Perform regression testing to ensure that new features and bug fixes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
  • Participate in the design and implementation of test plans, test cases, and test data.
  • Continuously improve QA processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Anaplan offers a cloud-based platform designed for business planning and performance management. Its tools allow organizations to connect data, people, and plans, enabling them to model different scenarios, forecast outcomes, and optimize operations. Users can streamline their planning processes and enhance collaboration, which leads to better decision-making. Anaplan operates on a subscription model, where clients pay a recurring fee for access to features like data integration and advanced analytics. This model not only provides a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to adjust their usage as needed. Anaplan differentiates itself from competitors by continuously updating its platform and offering professional services such as training and consulting. The company's goal is to help businesses improve their operational efficiency and make informed decisions.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$291.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

-4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Fluence enhances Anaplan's financial consolidation and reporting capabilities.
  • Partnership with NetApp aims to improve data management and leverage AI.
  • New executive appointments focus on innovation and strategic growth.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership changes may disrupt strategic continuity and execution.
  • Fluence acquisition poses potential integration challenges affecting efficiency.
  • Reliance on NetApp could create dependency risks if service disruptions occur.

What makes Anaplan unique

  • Anaplan offers a cloud-based platform for connected planning across business functions.
  • The platform supports real-time collaboration and advanced analytics for decision-making.
  • Anaplan's subscription model provides scalable solutions for diverse industries.

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Benefits

Insurance, Health & Wellness- Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), Maternity & Paternity Leave, Unlimited PTO, Gym Discount, Sick Time

Financial & Retirement - 401k 50% match on the first 3% of base salary, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Roth 401k

Home - Bereavement Leave, Fertility Assistance, Immigration Assistance, Relocation Bonus, Remote Work