Senior Financial Analyst

Financial Planning & Analysis Advisor Under general supervision, provides expertise and leadership to management in analysis of major projects and proposals related to revenue, strategy, capital, operations, and expense utilizing computer modeling techniques. Job Profile Summary Provides technical direction, project leadership, and coordination of effort among financial work groups for analysis of diverse business proposals, development of business plans & strategic plans, and ongoing financial technical advice to senior management. Essential Duties Demonstrates creativity and initiative in analyzing business issues and proposing solutions. Effectively represents Finance management’s interests & perspective without prompting or coaching. Successfully influences direction of management. Comfortably navigates open‑ended assignments (greenspace analytics). Consistently meets deadlines and demonstrates the ability to self‑manage multiple projects simultaneously. Anticipates and addresses business situations that may arise and pursues them to resolution. Exerts a strong positive influence on work‑group morale, is respected by peers, and is always part of the solution. Proactively anticipates questions and adapts messaging to audience. Effectively presents to diverse audiences and uses diplomacy in working through issues. Demonstrates attention to quality and initiates quality improvement processes. Leads major projects by coordinating within the department and across departments. Proactively keeps all parties and Finance Leadership informed. Trains and mentors fellow staff members. Actively seeks out leadership roles. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree/equivalent in business, finance or related discipline. A master’s degree in a related field may offset experience requirements. Minimum Experience Five (5) years of directly related experience in financial analysis, financial planning, business consulting, project management, accounting, audit or operational analysis. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities Knowledge of advanced personal computer applications such as PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word, Essbase Tools or others as necessary. Strong analytical, human relations and communication skills. Understanding financial modeling concepts for cost/benefit and profit/loss analysis. Ability to define problems, recognize alternatives, and provide concise recommendations. Demonstrates flexibility in shifting priorities to meet changing demands. Proactively anticipates questions and adapts messaging to the audience. Effectively presents to diverse audiences and uses diplomacy in working through issues. Strongly Preferred Skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop, maintain, and interpret Activity‑Based Costing (ABC) models. Solid understanding of cost drivers, allocation methodologies, and end‑to‑end cost flows across activities, processes, and products. Advanced Excel skills; experience with Alteryx, Power BI, and SQL preferred for data extraction, transformation, modeling, and visualization. Experience leveraging AI‑enabled tools or automation techniques to improve efficiency, data quality, or analytical insight. Proven ability to work with large, complex data sets, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and integrity of cost model inputs and outputs. High attention to detail with a disciplined approach to documentation, assumptions, and model governance. Strong problem‑solving mindset; naturally curious and motivated by solving complex puzzles related to cost behavior and data relationships. Comfortable owning assigned cost models or components independently while managing multiple priorities and collaborating with Finance and Operations partners. Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst Under general supervision, provide expertise and leadership to management in analysis of major projects and proposals related to revenue, strategy, capital, operations, and expense utilizing computer modeling techniques. Essential Duties Assist in developing financial models to be used in business decisions. Test newly developed financial models and validate results. Consistently meet deadlines and demonstrate the ability to self‑manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proactively anticipate questions and adapt messaging to audience. Effectively present to diverse audiences and use diplomacy in working through issues. Provide customers with actionable guidance. Proactively keep all parties and Finance Leadership informed. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree/equivalent in business, finance or related discipline. A master’s degree in a related field may offset experience requirements. Minimum Experience Four (4) years’ direct experience in financial analysis, financial planning, business consulting, project management, accounting, audit or operational analysis. Experience using financial modeling concepts for cost/benefit and profit/loss analysis. Experience using advanced personal computer applications such as PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word, Essbase Tools or others as necessary. Proficiency in storytelling through written documentation. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of advanced personal computer applications such as PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Word, Essbase Tools or others as necessary. Strong analytical, human relations and communication skills. Understanding financial modeling concepts for cost/benefit and profit/loss analysis. Ability to define problems, recognize alternatives, and provide concise recommendations. Demonstrates flexibility in shifting priorities to meet changing demands. Proactively anticipates questions and adapts messaging to audience. Effectively presents to diverse audiences and uses diplomacy in working through issues. Strongly Preferred Skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop, maintain, and interpret Activity‑Based Costing (ABC) models. Solid understanding of cost drivers, allocation methodologies, and end‑to‑end cost flows across activities, processes, and products. Advanced Excel skills; experience with Alteryx, Power BI, and SQL preferred for data extraction, transformation, modeling, and visualization. Experience leveraging AI‑enabled tools or automation techniques to improve efficiency, data quality, or analytical insight. Proven ability to work with large, complex data sets, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and integrity of cost model inputs and outputs. High attention to detail with a disciplined approach to documentation, assumptions, and model governance. Strong problem‑solving mindset; naturally curious and motivated by solving complex puzzles related to cost behavior and data relationships. Comfortable owning assigned cost models or components independently while managing multiple priorities and collaborating with Finance and Operations partners. Additional Details This is a hybrid position located in Memphis, TN and Pittsburgh, PA. Candidates must live within 50 miles of the campus location. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx campus location several times per week. For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here. Equal Opportunity Statement Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability. Reasonable Accommodations Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. 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