Principal Associate, Finance, Strategic Analytics

Principal Associate, Finance, Strategic Analytics We are seeking a strategically minded leader, analyst, and top notch problem solver for the PULSE Network organization. A successful candidate will possess a focus on teamwork and building long‑term trusted partnerships, both within the team and beyond. Strong interpersonal skills, poise, a sense of humor, and a willingness to roll up one’s sleeves and tackle diverse challenges as they come are invaluable in this role. Core Responsibilities Executive communication: Impeccable written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and the ability to drive agreement through intellect, interpersonal and negotiation skills. Learning Agility: Successful track record of thriving in a fast paced, entrepreneurial and dynamic environment. Clear results orientation: Display an intense focus on achieving both short and long term goals. Be able to drive and execute an agenda in an uncertain and fluid environment. Inventive and thorough problem solving: Ability to provide structure to an ambiguous problem, thoughtfully and thoroughly research, and draw insightful conclusions. Foster a collaborative culture: Champion our culture to enable all associates to deliver career‑defining successes and exceed our goals in an open and welcoming environment. Lean in as appropriate to support partners and peers in driving the highest business priorities. Example Projects Develop profitability analysis and discounted cash flow projections in support of deal flow and network participant negotiations. Provide business partners with strategic, financially‑supported advice for customer pricing and investment decisions. Evaluate PULSE’s customer portfolio and broader economic trends in order to recommend opportunities for strategic growth. Determine how to effectively leverage Capital One’s data and technology infrastructure to differentiate ourselves in particular markets or business segments. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or military experience. At least 4 years’ of experience in financial analysis. At least 4 years’ of experience with financial modeling. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Master’s Degree in Finance. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) license or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. 5+ years’ of experience in financial analysis. 5+ years’ of experience with financial modeling. Experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Suite. Compensation and Benefits At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full‑time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Salaries are subject to the pay range associated with that location and will be reflected in the offer letter. Houston, TX: $109,900 - $125,400. Riverwoods, IL: $109,900 - $125,400. This role is also eligible to earn performance‑based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non‑discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level. Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries. If you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. 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