Associate Analyst, Finance Planning

Analog Devices•Wilmington, MA

17h

About The Position

The Financial Analyst I supports Analog Devices’ Central BU Operations Finance team through financial reporting, variance analysis, planning support, data management, and finance operations. This entry-level role is suited to an analytical, detail-oriented finance professional seeking to build expertise in FP&A, financial systems, and operational finance within a global technology organization. The position works with finance team members on reporting, planning processes, financial analysis, and initiatives to improve the efficiency and scalability of finance operations. The role prepares recurring financial reports and dashboards, analyzes variances and trends, compiles data from multiple systems, and supports period-end reporting. It also assists with forecasting, operating plans, and long-range planning, including data consolidation and validation and preparation of planning materials. The analyst uses finance systems and reporting tools, maintains models and templates, supports system testing and reporting improvements, and helps document and improve finance processes. The position is a first-shift/day-shift role and requires travel 10% of the time. The expected new-hire wage range is $56,792 to $78,104. Actual pay may vary based on work location and other bona fide factors. The position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, as well as other benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Business Analytics, or a related field.
Less than one year of relevant experience; internships and co-ops are included.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
Ability to work with large datasets and communicate insights clearly.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Internship or co-op experience in finance, accounting, analytics, consulting, or operations.
Exposure to financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, or variance analysis.
Familiarity with SAP, Anaplan, Power BI, or similar financial systems.
Interest in automation, technology, and AI-enabled business processes.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, dashboards, and scorecards.
Perform variance analysis and identify key financial trends and drivers.
Compile, reconcile, and analyze data from multiple systems.
Support month-end and quarter-end reporting activities.
Assist with forecasting, annual operating plans, and long-range planning processes.
Support data collection, consolidation, validation, and reporting for planning.
Prepare planning templates, schedules, and reports.
Ensure planning assumptions are accurately reflected in reporting systems.
Use finance systems, including SAP, Anaplan, and Power BI, and related tools.
Maintain reporting databases, financial models, and planning templates.
Support reporting enhancements, system testing, and process improvements.
Leverage AI-enabled tools to improve reporting efficiency and analysis.
Document finance processes and reporting procedures.
Support automation, standardization, and operational excellence initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen controls.