Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to provide strategic financial planning and analysis support for shared services teams, with a strong emphasis on Technology and additional partnership across Legal and People functions in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment, quickly understand established financial processes, and deliver dependable insights for monthly and quarterly business reviews. The position requires someone with strong attention to detail who can manage deadlines tied to close, forecasting, and budgeting while helping leaders make informed spending decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Technology leaders and other shared services stakeholders to deliver financial planning and analysis support aligned with business priorities.

• Monitor software, vendor, and external service spending to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improved cost management.

• Oversee workforce-related financial tracking, including contractor expenses and personnel cost analysis across supported functions.

• Evaluate and classify expenditures appropriately across capital and operating categories to support accurate financial reporting.

• Prepare recurring financial reviews, including monthly performance summaries, variance analysis, and management reporting for leadership.

• Contribute to close, forecast, and budget cycles by producing timely, accurate analyses under tight deadlines.

• Build and maintain financial models and ad hoc analyses that support decision-making for shared services organizations.

• Gather and interpret financial data from multiple sources to improve visibility into spending patterns and business performance.

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably supporting shared services or corporate functions.
• Strong background in financial modeling, variance analysis, and ad hoc reporting in a dynamic business environment.
• Working knowledge of capital expenditure and operating expense treatment within budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ability to manage annual budget and annual operating plan activities with a high level of accuracy and organization.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to analyze large datasets and develop actionable insights.
• Experience using data mining and analytical techniques to identify trends, exceptions, and cost drivers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial results clearly to cross-functional leadership.
• Ability to adapt quickly, prioritize competing deadlines, and perform effectively in a time-sensitive contract role.