Principal Associate, Financial Analysis - Risk Management and Risk Tech

Capital One; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,800 - 137,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Financial benefits

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Principal Associate in Financial Analysis located in McLean, VA. This role involves managing operating expenses and providing financial insights for the Enterprise Risk & Risk Technology teams. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills and have experience in financial modeling.

Responsibilities include budget ownership, forecasting, and generating cost models. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s Degree and relevant financial certifications. The position offers a competitive salary between $120,800 and $137,900 annually.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, financial modeling.
• Experience in developing financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Own budget, forecast, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Communicate financial information for decision-making.
• Generate cost models and scenario planning.
• Manage ad-hoc requests and special projects.
• Learn new FP&A and technical skills leveraging AI.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Data integrity

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or military experience

Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA)

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Principal Associate, Financial Analysis – Risk Management and Risk Tech

We are seeking an intellectually curious analyst to join our team that runs financial planning and analysis for the Enterprise Risk and Risk Technology organizations. You will manage operating expenses for the largest vertical of the Enterprise Services & Staff Finance group, gain exposure to the Risk Management landscape, and help analyze how AI and other technology investments shape operations.

General Responsibilities

• Own budget, forecast, financial reporting, and variance analysis for areas of responsibility, ensuring data integrity as it rolls up through Finance and Corporate Planning.
• Communicate accurate and relevant financial information that empowers business partner decision‑making, including developing presentations like monthly business reviews.
• Generate cost models and scenario planning to analyze business metrics and influence leaders on how to balance business objectives with financial performance.
• Independently manage and prioritize workload, including ad‑hoc requests or special projects.
• Organize well‑managed processes and learn new FP&A and technical skills, leveraging AI where appropriate.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, or a combination.

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.
• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis or financial modeling.
• Experience in Google Suite (Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides).

Employment Authorization

• Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Location & Salary

• McLean, VA: $120,800 – $137,900 for Principal Financial Analyst.
• Richmond, VA: $109,900 – $125,400 for Principal Financial Analyst.

Benefits

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being.

Compliance & Equal‑Opportunity Employment

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.