Financial Analyst III

Aston Carter•Bellevue, WA

6d•$50 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

This Financial Analyst III role sits within the Finance department supporting a Seller Support Contact Center in a dynamic, fast-growing, and highly customer-focused environment. The position requires a proactive, organized self-starter who delivers accurate financial and operational analysis to help internal customer groups operate more efficiently and predictably while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. You will work closely with finance, accounting, and operational leaders to build scalable financial processes, support strategic planning, and provide data-driven insights that drive cost savings, process improvements, and strong financial controls.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
5+ years of relevant finance experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and their application in a corporate environment.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data analysis, and financial modeling.
Ability to write and run system queries and perform data mining and analysis using tools such as Cognos/Essbase and SQL.
Demonstrated ability to build and manage financial models for forecasting, variance analysis, and problem solving.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, and entrepreneurial environment.
Strong work ethic with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations and deliver high-quality results.
Strong interpersonal skills, including clear written and oral communication, with the ability to present findings to management.
Comfort working with large volumes of complex data and translating analysis into actionable insights.

Nice To Haves

Good judgment and the ability to make sound decisions based on financial data and business context.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential is a strong plus.
Audit experience, particularly in environments requiring strong financial controls and compliance, is highly desirable.
Experience working closely with accounting teams and exposure to SEC compliance processes.
Experience with Cognos and SQL is a strong plus beyond basic familiarity.
Prior experience in a large, customer-centric technology or e-commerce finance organization is beneficial.
3+ years of experience in roles involving GAAP accounting, audit, or CPA-related responsibilities is considered a nice-to-have.

Responsibilities

Support internal customer groups and the controller in all finance and accounting matters, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and financial control.
Partner with functional leaders and other finance stakeholders to design and implement scalable financial processes and meaningful business metrics.
Produce and deliver financial and business analysis to site leaders and business partners, including clear cost-saving opportunities and process improvement recommendations.
Assist in the strategic operational planning process by identifying financial risks and opportunities and providing analytical support to business teams.
Write and execute system queries to gather financial data and perform data mining and analysis using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Cognos/Essbase, and SQL.
Execute and monitor internal financial controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency in financial reporting and processes.
Provide project support, including helping to move projects off hold and supporting cross-functional finance and accounting initiatives.
Collaborate closely with accounting teams, including work related to SEC compliance and GAAP-based accounting activities.
Build, maintain, and improve financial models for business forecasting, variance analysis, and problem solving.
Analyze large volumes of complex data, synthesize key insights, and present clear, concise findings and recommendations to management.
Demonstrate strong judgment and a high work ethic by proactively identifying issues, proposing solutions, and exceeding expectations in a fast-paced environment.