Senior Financial Analyst

Rocket Companies•Washington, DC

4d•$76,500 - $161,500

About The Position

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you are a strategic financial partner who drives decision-making across our Engineering and Product Development organizations. Serve as a trusted financial advisor to VP and C-level leaders across R&D and G&A, guiding resource allocation and investment decisions. Partner with business teams to analyze and evaluate strategic projects and initiatives, including foundational investments and business model shifts. Design and implement analytical frameworks to measure efficiency and return on investment for headcount and non-headcount expenses. Drive reporting, process discipline, and financial routines—including budget, forecast, monthly reviews, and long-range plans—to shape and influence organizational decision-making. Build, own, and maintain sophisticated financial models while ensuring their quality, timeliness, and accuracy. Define key performance metrics and leading indicators that drive business performance visibility and accountability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Science, to develop reporting dashboards, forecasts, and performance tracking systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling and quantitative analysis.
Demonstrated experience working in tech, software, or high-growth companies.
Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

3 to 5 years of financial planning and analysis experience in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with goal-cascading frameworks such as OKRs or Balanced Scorecard methodologies.
Knowledge of resource planning and time-tracking methodologies.
Experience with AI tools and modern financial automation platforms.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to VP and C-level leaders across R&D and G&A, guiding resource allocation and investment decisions.
Partner with business teams to analyze and evaluate strategic projects and initiatives, including foundational investments and business model shifts.
Design and implement analytical frameworks to measure efficiency and return on investment for headcount and non-headcount expenses.
Drive reporting, process discipline, and financial routines—including budget, forecast, monthly reviews, and long-range plans—to shape and influence organizational decision-making.
Build, own, and maintain sophisticated financial models while ensuring their quality, timeliness, and accuracy.
Define key performance metrics and leading indicators that drive business performance visibility and accountability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Science, to develop reporting dashboards, forecasts, and performance tracking systems.