Financial Analyst

Vitalant•Scottsdale, AZ

6d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Vitalant, our mission is to save and improve lives through blood donations and innovative transfusion medicine. As one of the nation’s leading nonprofit blood services providers, we are committed to ensuring a safe and reliable blood supply for patients in need. Our work is driven by a deep sense of purpose—helping people in moments of critical need while advancing healthcare solutions that make a lasting impact. We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the financial health and strategic planning of Vitalant’s divisions and functional teams. As a Financial Analyst, you will partner closely with the FP&A Director and other finance leaders to develop and analyze annual budgets, manage forecasts, and provide key financial insights that drive decision-making. Your contributions will support our mission by ensuring financial sustainability and operational efficiency—enabling us to continue providing lifesaving services to communities nationwide.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Basic understanding of financial statements required.
Knowledge of business concepts required.
Two or more years relevant finance experience required.
Experience working in Financial Planning Systems (Hyperion, Adaptive, etc.) required.
Able to multitask and deliver within tight deadlines.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with others in written and verbal form.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Ability to interact with all levels of management.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point).
Comfortable working with large data sets, pivot tables, performing v-lookups, and using excel formulas.
Basic understanding of database concepts, including tables, fields, and data relationships
Introductory exposure to data querying or reporting tools

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of budget development preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and analysis of annual budgets and forecasts for assigned divisions or functional areas.
Collaborate with the FP&A Director to prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Provide monthly variance analysis and financial insights to leadership, including the VP of Finance (FP&A).
Ensure accurate completion of all required financial deliverables, including monthly close accruals and financial reviews.
Manage company capital expenditure budgets in partnership with the FP&A Director.
Oversee financial system uploads, resolving any inconsistencies to ensure accurate reporting.
Review and approve purchase order (PO) requisitions, ensuring alignment with budgets and proper financial coding.
Communicate effectively with Corporate and Division Leadership, providing financial guidance and strategic support.
Work with IT and business partners to help define report requirements and data needs.