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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$83K - $136K *

Drive financial excellence by ensuring compliance and efficiency in Clinical Trials financial activities. Partner with key stakeholders to optimize budget management, controls, and processes within a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial planning and analysis by leading budgeting efforts, managing P&L, and delivering insightful reporting. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and opportunities while enhancing fi...

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence through strategic analysis and planning. As a key player, you'll enhance financial models, collaborate across functions, and provide insights that shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $112K *

Optimize financial analysis and reporting to drive performance improvements across the business, collaborating with Sales and Operations teams to deliver actionable insights and enhance decision-makin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $150K *

Elevate billing processes by overseeing design and governance within Oracle, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in invoicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor jun...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Manage complex data analyses to drive strategic business decisions. Own projects from scoping to delivery, partnering cross-functionally to translate questions into actionable insights while utilizing...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$62K - $99K *

Join us to drive financial insights and process improvements in Manufacturing and Supply Chain. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic initiatives thro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Support financial excellence by leading month-end close processes and driving insights for operational performance. Collaborate with accounting and operations to ensure accurate reporting and identify...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and streamline financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting tools and drive improvements, leveraging AI for efficiency in consol...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$128K - $170K *

Empower executive leadership with strategic financial insights to drive growth initiatives. Collaborate on M&A, pricing, and R&D investments while delivering actionable recommendations in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with senior leaders to enhance operational effectiveness and drive strategic initiatives. Translate complex data into actionable insights, ensuring alignment across teams while fostering conti...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with senior leaders to enhance operational effectiveness through strategic reporting, performance insights, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and com...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance operational effectiveness, drive strategic initiatives, and translate complex data into actionable insights. Lead cross-functional projects that align techno...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $157K *

Join our team to optimize cloud financial operations and enhance cost visibility across technology spending. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive accountability, improve data quality, and im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading complex financial analyses and strategic initiatives. As a senior contributor, you'll drive enhancements in reporting, support business decisions, and mentor team member...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $200K *

Transform financial operations by leading the design and implementation of Endur Accounting solutions, ensuring accurate and efficient accounting processes within energy trading environments. Collabor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Drive improvements in patient care by bridging clinical operations and IT. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze workflows, design solutions, and ensure successful implementation of clinical syste...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $121K *

Empower strategic growth by analyzing M&A opportunities and driving business development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market positioning and support sustainability e...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $121K *

Accelerate growth by driving strategic M&A initiatives, analyzing market trends, and supporting business development efforts to enhance profitability and sustainability objectives across the organizat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to optimize cash management and enhance liquidity strategies. Support debt administration and FX hedging efforts while fostering banking relationships, ensuring compliance, and deliver...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial performance as a strategic partner, driving data-driven decisions and cost optimization across operations and supply chain. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost-saving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining our Strategic Finance team as a Senior FP&A Analyst. Lead Gross Margin analysis, ensure reporting integrity, and drive impactful insights for strategic decision-making a...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial excellence by overseeing month-end closings, preparing reports, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive efficiency across accounting processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial management and audit processes. This role involves in-depth analysis and collaboration to support a DHA audit program, requiring strong leadership a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion the complex world of financial reporting by conducting research, preparing disclosures, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Support statutory reporting and external audits whil...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.