Senior Financial Analyst - HR and Legal

Southwest Accounting Resources; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

Southwest Accounting Resources is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Global Corporate FP&A team in Chandler, AZ. You will drive strategic planning, provide insights to senior leadership, and partner with Legal, Regulatory, and HR to optimize performance.

The role requires 6+ years in FP&A, advanced Excel/PowerPoint, and strong modeling capability with US GAAP experience. Base salary ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 plus bonus, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with robust financial modeling.
• Ability to influence and communicate with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly forecast and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) processes end-to-end.
• Deliver accurate monthly/quarterly financial reporting with variance analysis.
• Perform in-depth financial modeling, scenario planning, and business case analysis.
• Partner with Legal, Regulatory, and HR leadership to manage financial performance.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and recommend strategies.
• Drive process improvements and automation; oversee close processes and compliance.

Skills

Financial modeling

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder influence

US GAAP knowledge

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is ideal for a senior-level finance professionals to join the Global Corporate FP&A team as Sr. Financial Analyst, driving the financial planning and strategic analysis for Worldwide Legal, Regulatory, and HR organizations. This role serves as a key finance partner to senior leadership, driving financial visibility, influencing business decisions, and enabling scalable growth. Salary is $110-$130K base plus bonus.

Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership

• Partner closely with Legal, Regulatory, and HR leadership to manage financial performance and support strategic decision-making
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing insights, challenging assumptions, and influencing outcomes
• Present financial results, forecasts, and key insights to senior leadership

Planning, Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead the monthly forecast and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) processes end-to-end
• Deliver accurate, timely, and insightful monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including variance analysis
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and recommend strategies to optimize financial outcomes

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Perform in-depth financial modeling, scenario planning, and business case analysis
• Drive financial analytics for new initiatives, investments, and strategic projects
• Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and reporting efficiency
• Drive automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversee financial governance activities, including purchase requisitions and contract reviews in SAP

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with company policies and US GAAP
• Lead close processes, including expense reviews, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Collaborate effectively across global teams and functions

Leadership & Influence

• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on financial analysis and best practices
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and contribute to broader FP&A transformation efforts
• Ad Hoc Projects
• Support high-impact, executive-level requests and strategic initiatives as needed

Background Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or financial analysis
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, with robust financial modeling capabilities
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and communicate effectively with senior leadership
• Experience working in dynamic, fast-paced environments

Complementary skills

• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement