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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$75K - $100K *

Unlock strategic insights as a Senior Business Analyst, driving financial operations and forecasting for cloud and engineering teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and opti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape the financial future of our Biomedical Engineering department by analyzing performance, preparing reports, and guiding leadership with strategic recommendations. Collaborate in a dynamic environ...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Advance your sales career by building relationships with Financial Advisors and driving investment product sales within a dynamic regional market, collaborating closely with Client Relationship Manage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $205K *

Unlock potential by driving financial insights for technology investments. Collaborate with leadership to evaluate network growth, enhance efficiencies, and support strategic decisions that shape the...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in financial analysis and strategic planning, leveraging advanced analytics and AI technologies to drive decision-making, optimize operations, and enhance organizational performance ac...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $123K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by connecting operational insights to strategic decisions. This role offers broad exposure across functions, empowering you to influence business outcom...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $152K *

Transform financial analysis into strategic insights by partnering with key stakeholders to enhance investment planning, liquidity management, and reporting processes. Drive efficiency and accuracy th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive financial excellence by integrating and analyzing revenue and expense forecasts, ensuring alignment across functions. Collaborate with FP&A teams to deliver actionable insights and support strat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $162K *

Join us to empower strategic financial planning and analysis, driving insights and operational efficiency across a dynamic organization. Collaborate with leaders to build robust financial models and s...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $117K *

Shape financial strategies by partnering with senior marketing leaders, providing data-driven insights and recommendations. Own financial narratives, drive investment decisions, and enhance operationa...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower organizational growth as a strategic financial partner, leveraging advanced financial models and analytics to drive decision-making, performance monitoring, and technological enhancements in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making that en...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$86K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence and profitability by providing strategic financial insights and support to enhance business growth and performance in a dynamic manufacturing environm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Solve complex financial challenges by serving as a key Finance Business Partner. Drive financial planning, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and suppor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Transform financial insights into strategic advantage by driving accurate reporting, analysis, and support for plant management, enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with financi...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing financial insights that drive strategic marketing investments, ensuring effective resource allocation across a global portfolio. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decisi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial systems and processes. Collaborate with IT and Finance to support consolidations, automate reporting, and ensure data integrity across multiple enti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $117K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by analyzing data, enhancing SAP functionality, and leading cross-functional projects. Collaborate with manufacturing and finance leaders to deliver ins...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by managing forecasting and reporting for funded programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure project pr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence and innovation. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you'll lead analysis, mentor peers, and drive operational improvements while collaborating with dive...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$81K - $99K *

Drive financial excellence by ensuring accurate reporting, engaging in complex transaction research, and advocating for AI-driven automation to enhance efficiency across finance operations...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and manage financial operations for sponsored research projects, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines. Collaborate with teams to provide fiscal oversight, budget management, and reporti...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $135K *

Join our Finance, Risk & Compliance team as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with departments to enhance insights and efficiency...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of tax compliance in the SaaS sector. As a key player in global tax strategies, you'll manage complex filings and collaborate across functions to drive accurate r...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize tax compliance and reporting processes while leading complex initiatives in a high-growth SaaS environment. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic tax planning and provide expert guidanc...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.