Financial Analyst III

We are looking for a Financial Analyst III to support financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis for a team based in Bellevue, Washington. This role is a Long-term Contract position and is well suited for someone who combines strong analytical judgment with excellent communication skills to guide business decisions. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional partners to evaluate performance, build forecasts, and deliver clear insights that improve financial and operational outcomes.Responsibilities:• Develop financial models, forecasts, and budget analyses to support planning cycles and business decision-making.• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports that track expenses, key metrics, and performance trends for stakeholders.• Analyze variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts, then explain drivers and recommend next steps.• Partner with operational and business teams to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and align financial plans with business objectives.• Use Microsoft Excel and SQL to organize data, perform detailed analysis, and produce actionable reporting.• Monitor expense activity and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall process performance.• Translate complex financial findings into clear updates and presentations for management and cross-functional partners.• Contribute to process improvement efforts that strengthen reporting quality, forecasting reliability, and decision support.• Support analysis related to service or call center operations by evaluating trends, productivity measures, and cost performance.