Senior Financial Analyst Jobs

Find senior financial analyst opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Explore vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, spanning financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, and business decision support.

What Senior Financial Analysts Do

Senior financial analysts turn financial and operational data into insights that guide business decisions. Common responsibilities include building forecasts and budgets, analyzing performance against plans, preparing reports for leadership, evaluating business cases, and identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Many roles also involve partnering with teams across an organization and presenting recommendations to executives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting. Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial planning systems is often important, while experience with business intelligence tools, databases, or enterprise resource planning platforms may be valuable. Clear communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to explain complex findings are essential.

A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field is typical. Some employers prefer advanced degrees or certifications such as an MBA, CFA, or CPA, along with several years of relevant experience.

Where Senior Financial Analysts Work

Senior financial analysts are hired across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, consulting, and consumer businesses. Depending on the employer, roles may focus on corporate FP&A, product or business-unit finance, investment analysis, or strategic planning.

Find Your Next Senior Financial Analyst Role

Browse senior financial analyst jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role expectations, industries, and compensation details, then focus your search on positions that fit your expertise and next career step.

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$80K - $95K *

Transform financial reporting by consolidating statements and enhancing processes. Partner with teams to ensure compliance and accuracy while implementing innovative EPM solutions. Make a significant...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Transform the financial landscape by owning headcount and OpEx finance, ensuring alignment through planning, budgeting, and reporting. Collaborate with leaders to drive informed decisions and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our Finance team as a Senior Financial Analyst to lead headcount and OpEx finance. You'll manage budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring alignment across departments while enhancing finan...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $151K *

Unlock potential by driving financial strategy for product and support teams. Own operating expenses, budget planning, and investment analysis to optimize resource allocation and enhance product profi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead financial planning and analysis for retail operations, guiding cross-functional projects and delivering insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance financial performanc...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of financial and operational analysis for strategic initiatives, delivering critical insights and reporting to support executive decision-making while driving accuracy and efficiency in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Optimize decision-making by analyzing financial insights and implementing data-driven solutions. Collaborate with leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to enhance business performance in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $110K *

Drive financial reporting and analysis by optimizing processes, enhancing dashboards, and supporting payroll and tax compliance. Collaborate with teams to transform data into actionable insights and i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in shaping financial strategy through insightful analysis and collaboration across departments. You'll foster a culture of data-driven excellence, driving initiatives that enhance deci...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by supporting financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting processes. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance reporting efficiency and drive insights th...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for manufacturing operations. Collaborate with global teams to enhance decision-making and i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $90K *

Innovate with us to support complex client reporting through effective management of the Addepar portfolio accounting system, while collaborating in a dynamic and fast-paced operations environment foc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving data analytics and governance initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance software implementations and ensure data integrity, supporting investment operations and decisi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial operations by partnering with leaders to drive insights, build robust financial models, and present actionable data. Your expertise will enhance performance across multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving financial transformation and delivering insights through advanced modeling and analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational performance and support strateg...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting for contracts. Collaborate with program managers and leadership while mentoring junior staff to drive financ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $129K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Finance and Technology by enhancing analytics, processes, and automation. Drive scalable reporting solutions and improve data quality to transform Finance op...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion compliance and excellence in payroll processing for U.S. and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate employee payments. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive improvements, manage payroll system...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving financial analysis and strategic support for supplier income, crucial to our financial success. Collaborate with leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and decision...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights to support strategic decision-making and enhance business efficiency across multiple functi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $125K *

Deliver actionable insights through data analysis, partnering with leaders to optimize business outcomes. Transform financial data into compelling narratives and visual dashboards, driving high-impact...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $115K *

Contribute to tax planning and compliance by analyzing income tax provisions, preparing tax returns, and navigating audits for efficiency. Collaborate on projects and support business initiatives whil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by driving financial analysis and operational reporting, collaborating with leadership to optimize business decisions, and developing tools for effective management. This role require...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Optimize sales performance by leading commission management, reporting, and strategic pricing analysis. Drive the development of incentive plans and deliver key analytics to executives, ensuring accur...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial management by leading agency-wide budget execution, overseeing resources, and applying data analytics to enhance reporting and decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Financial Analyst do?question toggle

    A Senior Financial Analyst analyzes financial and operating results, develops budgets and forecasts, builds financial models, prepares reports, and shares recommendations that help leaders make business decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Financial Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline and several years of relevant experience. Strong modeling, forecasting, reporting, and communication skills are commonly valued; some roles prefer an MBA or a professional certification.

  • How much do Senior Financial Analyst jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation for a Senior Financial Analyst role varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and responsibilities.

  • Which skills are important for Senior Financial Analysts?question toggle

    Key skills include financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, spreadsheet proficiency, data interpretation, and clear communication. Experience with planning, reporting, and business intelligence software can also be useful.

  • What industries hire Senior Financial Analysts?question toggle

    Senior Financial Analysts work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, consulting, and consumer businesses. Their responsibilities may focus on corporate planning, business-unit finance, investment analysis, or strategy.