Job Summary
The Financial Analyst III is a senior finance professional responsible for independently performing complex financial analysis, forecasting, and decision-support activities. Operating with limited supervision, this role applies advanced financial expertise and business judgment to evaluate performance, identify trends, and support strategic and operational decisions. The position serves as a key financial partner to business leaders and may provide guidance to less-experienced analysts while contributing directly to financial insight and organizational effectiveness.

Job Description

Role Overview
The Financial Analyst III functions as a fully contributing analyst with ownership of significant financial processes, models, or business areas. The role independently manages complex analysis, supports budgeting and forecasting at a higher level, and translates financial results into actionable insights. Success is demonstrated through high-quality analysis, strong business partnership, proactive risk identification, and meaningful contribution to financial planning and performance management.

Key Responsibilities
Advanced Financial Analysis & Performance Management

Independently perform complex financial analysis related to revenue, cost, profitability, and operational performance
Lead in-depth variance analysis and trend identification, explaining key drivers and implications
Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making
Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations

Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning

Lead development and coordination of forecasts and budgets for assigned functions, programs, or business units
Evaluate assumptions, scenarios, and risks to improve forecast accuracy
Support long-range planning, scenario analysis, and strategic initiatives
Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation or action plans

Business Partnership & Decision Support

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to business leaders and operational stakeholders
Support business cases, investment evaluations, and cost-benefit analyses
Translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations
Influence decisions through data-driven analysis and credible financial counsel

Data Integrity, Systems & Process Improvement

Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data and reporting
Act as an advanced user of ERP, planning, and reporting systems
Identify and drive improvements to financial processes, models, or reporting tools
Support implementation of new financial tools, methodologies, or system enhancements

Leadership, Mentorship & Collaboration

Provide guidance, coaching, and informal mentoring to Financial Analyst I-II employees
Review work products for quality, accuracy, and consistency
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership teams
Share best practices, insights, and lessons learned across the finance organization

Qualifications
Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field required
Master's degree (MBA or MS Finance) or professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA) preferred
Typically requires 5-7 years of progressive finance or financial analysis experience, reflecting established professional capability

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced working knowledge of finance, accounting, and financial planning principles
Proven ability to independently perform complex financial analysis and modeling
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
Advanced proficiency with spreadsheets, financial systems, and reporting tools
Strong business acumen and understanding of operational drivers
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
Ability to influence decisions without direct authority
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Demonstrated professionalism, judgment, and continuous improvement mindset

Additional Job Details

Professional - P3

Organizational Impact
• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results
• Established professional; works under limited supervision
• Works independently on moderately complex projects/assignments and contributes to setting objectives or goals of projects and assignments within team
Communication & Influence
• Communicates with employees both within and occasionally outside of the department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
• Influences employees within the department at an operational level regarding concepts or practices and some advisement on approaches
Innovation & Complexity
• Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
• Problems faced are difficult and mildly complex and typically impact the job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
• Provides assistance and training to other employees
• May lead significant parts of moderately complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
• Requires advanced job knowledge and demonstrated competence within department, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
• Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Work Shift Schedule

No Soliciting

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