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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$100K - $165K *

Optimize data-driven insights by analyzing complex payment transactions, transforming Fiserv's extensive data into innovative, privacy-safe products that enhance client outcomes and drive measurable v...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $165K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights, leveraging your expertise in payments and analytics to drive client success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovativ...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $109K *

Unlock potential by providing financial insights for U.S. Distribution. Collaborate with supply chain leaders to enhance performance, drive process improvements, and support key financial deliverables...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Execute strategic financial initiatives by developing reports, forecasts, and models. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial analysis processes and support decision-making at all organizatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance portfolio performance by leveraging financial expertise and reporting. Collaborate on investment and loan strategies while optimizing processes and conducting in-depth financial an...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial transparency and analysis through effective reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business insights and elevate...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by leading planning, analysis, and reporting for Personal & Business Banking. Collaborate with executives to enhance methodologies and drive perfo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $110K *

Elevate financial performance by analyzing results, supporting budgeting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and enhance decision-making, wh...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $106K *

Partner with us to drive financial performance through analysis, forecasting, and M&A support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and enhance reporting processes, ensuring str...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving financial insights and pricing strategies to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client proposals and contract renewals while navigatin...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Drive financial excellence by executing complex analyses, optimizing processes, and leveraging AI tools. Collaborate across departments to enhance budgeting, reporting, and cost accounting, delivering...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance and strategy in corporate taxation, ensuring accurate reporting and innovation across diverse projects. Collaborate with leaders, mentor teams, and leverage data insights to unlock ta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Drive financial systems governance and data integrity by managing reconciliations, enhancing reporting tools, and leading cross-functional initiatives focused on operational excellence and strategic d...

3 weeks ago

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

$76K - $141K *

Partner with us to drive financial performance and operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, supporting leaders in achieving productivity and inventory goals while leading key financ...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $141K *

Join us as a key finance partner, driving productivity and operational improvements across multiple manufacturing sites. You'll lead financial processes and analyses, ensuring our facilities meet prof...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by providing insights and support for planning, reporting, and analysis in a multi-site manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Partner with us to elevate financial operations through analysis and automation. In this impactful role, you'll collaborate with leadership to enhance forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights, d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $126K *

Join a dynamic finance team to enhance decision-making through reporting, analytics, and collaboration. Ensure accuracy in financial reporting and support business partners in driving process improvem...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $130K *

Advance your career by developing financial models and analyses to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, supporting project teams in clinical trials. You'll analyze budgets, manage general ledger functions, and ensure accurate financial reporting whil...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Champion effective governance and compliance by leading IT controls, risk assessments, and audit activities. Collaborate across teams to enhance compliance programs, manage risks, and drive continuous...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $117K *

Tackle complex financial challenges as you partner with business leaders to develop models, analyze data, and drive operational improvements in a dynamic environment focused on AI and shopping technol...

3 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive business insights and analysis to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning and continuous improvement in finance...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Transform financial insights into strategic recommendations, guiding decision-making for real estate or construction operations. Lead analysis, reporting, and process improvements while mentoring juni...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by providing financial insights and analysis for Logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cost visibility, optimize performance, and drive strategic decision-m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.