Associate Finance Analyst, University Graduate

Google•Chicago, IL

9d•$78,000 - $109,000

About The Position

Financial Analysts help Google make sound financial decisions by modeling business scenarios, tracking performance metrics, and providing analysis that informs strategic company decisions. They may work on multiple projects at a time, balancing attention to detail with creative approaches to broader business challenges. The role uses analytics and financial expertise to connect the Finance team with the functional areas it supports. It helps resolve issues related to forecasting, planning, resource prioritization, and business profitability, and translates analyses into clear presentations. Google’s Finance organization provides analysis on strategic decisions across Google products, develops forward-looking analysis, generates management reports, and scales automated financial processes. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The stated US compensation is $78,000–$109,000, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, accounting, mathematics, economics, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience with financial analysis, forecasting, or modeling.

Nice To Haves

Experience in data warehousing or reporting, such as SQL or SAP.
Ability to form and leverage excellent relationships across functional areas and take initiative.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and modeling skills, combined with excellent business judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate with executive business partners.
Excellent presentation and verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning cycles.
Prepare and manage financial reporting for leadership, including profit and loss, operational expenditure, and forecasting.
Use big data to architect metrics, solve problems, and influence executive decision-making.
Assist with process improvement initiatives to drive scalable analysis and insight.