Financial Analyst III

This Financial Analyst III role sits within the Finance department supporting a Seller Support Contact Center in a dynamic, fast-growing, and highly customer-focused environment. The position requires a proactive, organized self-starter who delivers accurate financial and operational analysis to help internal customer groups operate more efficiently and predictably while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. You will work closely with finance, accounting, and operational leaders to build scalable financial processes, support strategic planning, and provide data-driven insights that drive cost savings, process improvements, and strong financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Support internal customer groups and the controller in all finance and accounting matters, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and financial control.

• Partner with functional leaders and other finance stakeholders to design and implement scalable financial processes and meaningful business metrics.

• Produce and deliver financial and business analysis to site leaders and business partners, including clear cost-saving opportunities and process improvement recommendations.

• Assist in the strategic operational planning process by identifying financial risks and opportunities and providing analytical support to business teams.

• Write and execute system queries to gather financial data and perform data mining and analysis using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Cognos/Essbase, and SQL.

• Execute and monitor internal financial controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency in financial reporting and processes.

• Provide project support, including helping to move projects off hold and supporting cross-functional finance and accounting initiatives.

• Collaborate closely with accounting teams, including work related to SEC compliance and GAAP-based accounting activities.

• Build, maintain, and improve financial models for business forecasting, variance analysis, and problem solving.

• Analyze large volumes of complex data, synthesize key insights, and present clear, concise findings and recommendations to management.

• Demonstrate strong judgment and a high work ethic by proactively identifying issues, proposing solutions, and exceeding expectations in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.

• 5+ years of relevant finance experience.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and their application in a corporate environment.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data analysis, and financial modeling.

• Ability to write and run system queries and perform data mining and analysis using tools such as Cognos/Essbase and SQL.

• Demonstrated ability to build and manage financial models for forecasting, variance analysis, and problem solving.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, and entrepreneurial environment.

• Strong work ethic with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations and deliver high-quality results.

• Strong interpersonal skills, including clear written and oral communication, with the ability to present findings to management.

• Comfort working with large volumes of complex data and translating analysis into actionable insights.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions based on financial data and business context.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential is a strong plus.

• Audit experience, particularly in environments requiring strong financial controls and compliance, is highly desirable.

• Experience working closely with accounting teams and exposure to SEC compliance processes.

• Experience with Cognos and SQL is a strong plus beyond basic familiarity.

• Prior experience in a large, customer-centric technology or e-commerce finance organization is beneficial.

• 3+ years of experience in roles involving GAAP accounting, audit, or CPA-related responsibilities is considered a nice-to-have.

Work Environment

This role is 100% onsite at a Bellevue-area office location (SEA82). You will work in a fast-paced, and entrepreneurial environment that emphasizes customer-centricity, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The position involves close collaboration with finance, accounting, and operational teams, including work related to SEC compliance and GAAP-based accounting. You can expect to work extensively with tools such as Microsoft Excel, Cognos/Essbase, and SQL to analyze large data sets and support decision-making. The office setting is professional, and you will be part of a dynamic finance team that values strong communication, collaboration, and a proactive, hands-on approach.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bellevue, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $56.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bellevue,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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