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At a glance
PayPal is hiring a Sr. Finance Analyst, Business Intelligence in San Jose, CA. It is a full-time role in Data, AI & Analytics, asking for at least 25 years of experience, first listed on November 1. The advertised pay is $98,000–$140,250 a year. The description mentions SQL, Excel, Tableau and Power BI. PayPal has 99 other openings in the US, 61 of them in San Jose, CA. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 60 Data & AI openings in San Jose, CA today; the typical one asks for 8 years and advertises about $230,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
PayPal advertises $98,000 to $140,250 a year, a midpoint of $119,125 a year. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is lower than about 97% of the 559 data & AI jobs in California that publish a yearly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $229,000 a year. To see roughly what this leaves after federal and California tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
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About hiring at PayPal
PayPal has 100 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 43 states. Most are in software & IT (26), finance & banking (15) and data & AI (11). The biggest locations are San Jose, CA (62), Austin, TX (53) and Chicago, IL (47). 6% of them are remote, none is marked entry level and 100% show pay. We collect PayPal's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
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The Company
PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.
We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards. Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade.
Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day. We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.
Job Summary:
This role supports the Payments Processing Finance in managing daily finance operations across payment processing activities, with a focus on transaction economics and merchant profitability analysis. You will collaborate closely with business stakeholders to build strong partnerships and unlock value through data-driven insights.Your responsibilities will include forecasting, budgeting, month-end closing, financial/deal modeling, performance measurement, and reporting activities. You will develop deep expertise in payment processing metrics to proactively identify key business drivers and trends. Through concise storytelling and financial analysis, you'll communicate results effectively to cross-functional teams including Accounting, Corporate Finance, and Product. You will also help streamline, improve, and automate financial workstreams and processes to drive operational efficiency while supporting strategic initiatives across segments
Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
- Support planning and forecasting processes
- Review business performance on regular cadences (weekly, monthly, quarterly)Collaborate with stakeholders to gather inputs and summarize insights
- Produce executive-level presentations
- Work closely with the finance and technical teams to drive process and system improvements
- Facilitate discussions with various stakeholders, manage expectations, and collaborate cross-functionally
- Consult with finance leads to review and discuss key issues, risks, and dependencies for assigned initiatives
- Document and escalate potential risks/issues, assist in developing mitigation strategies, and support their implementation
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Qualifications:
- SQL is a must
- Strong modeling and analytical skills; ability to translate large, complex datasets into actionable insights.
- Understanding of payments economics is a plus
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for senior leadership.
- Advanced Excel modeling skills; proficiency with visualization and data tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL) preferred.
- Experience with Essbase, Hyperion, or similar financial systems a plus.
- Bias for action, curiosity, and ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Subsidiary:
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The base pay for this role will depend on where you work and the relevant experience and expertise you bring. The expected range of pay for this role by location is:
Primary Location | Pay Range:
San Jose, California: ($98,000.00 - $140,250.00 Annually)
Additional Location(s) | Pay Range:
No other locations are assigned to this requisition currently.

Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. When making an application directly, we will never ask you to share passwords, one-time passcodes (OTP), or verification codes. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. All communication regarding your application will come from official PayPal email domains. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.
For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.
Our Benefits:
At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset-you. That’s why we offer comprehensive, choice-based programs, to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced work culture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.
Who We Are:
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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.
Belonging at PayPal:
Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
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We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.
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