Senior Financial Analyst

Exponent Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent Inc. is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst in Phoenix, AZ. This role involves analyzing large datasets for insights into business performance and collaborating with management on strategic financial models. The ideal candidate should have a B.S./B.A. degree, 5+ years of experience as a Financial Analyst, and advanced skills in Excel and Power BI. An MBA is preferred. Role includes developing financial reports, automating processes, and providing business intelligence support. Benefits will be accessible on the Life @ Exponent page.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as a Financial Analyst.
• Experience in a professional services company is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management on strategic objectives.
• Develop financial reports for supervisors and managers.
• Automate and create robust processes for business analysis.
• Compile and analyze long-range plans and budgets.
• Deliver business intelligence for decision support.

Skills

Advanced skills in Excel

Power BI

SQL

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

B.S./B.A. degree (MBA preferred)

Tools

Microsoft 365 Copilot

Job description

Our Opportunity

Exponent is currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance Group. This position will be based in our Phoenix, AZ office. This position will be responsible for manipulating large datasets to bring insights into our business performance.

You will be responsible for

• Collaborate with management on strategic objectives by performing research and developing financial models on topics such as compensation, sales credit, utilization, client/industry data, and return on investment of strategic investments.
• Develop financial reports for Supervisors, Project Managers, Principals, Directors, and Officers that help them manage and grow the Firm.
• Deliver business intelligence that provides forward-looking insight and decision support.
• Automate and create a more robust process to streamline current business analysis.
• Develop and maintain reports and performance dashboards, which will serve to analyze financial results, track key performance indicators, monitor variances, and identify trends.
• Understand and explain internal and external drivers impacting performance and trends.
• Compile and analyze long-range plans, annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Compile data for the annual review process.

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• B.S./B.A. degree (MBA is preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience as a Financial Analyst
• Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, and SQL
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI‑driven productivity tools
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively across multiple functions, regions, with varied levels of employees and with multi‑industry clients
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment where critical and very tight deadlines are common
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be analytical, assertive, and creative and have effective problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and work independently
• Experience in a professional services company is desirable

Compensation

The pay rate for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on the Life @ Exponent page.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].