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Senior Financial Analyst in Washington, DC

Senior Financial Analyst job description

Senior-level analysts must be excellent communicators who also have strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Candidates need to have superior technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and database applications. ERP systems experience also is valued. Companies expect a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or economics but prefer candidates who also have an MBA.

Typical senior financial analyst duties:

Performing financial analysis and modelingAssisting with the preparation of financial plans and budgetsAnalyzing, interpreting and communicating cost and expense variances to managementVerifying cost allocations according to company proceduresEvaluating borrowing structures to ensure competitive funding costs

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Advanced Excel
Budgeting and forecasting
Data fluency and analytics
Data visualization platform proficiency
ERP software proficiency
Financial modeling
Financial planning and analysis
Profit and loss reporting
Variance analysis
Salary for Senior Financial Analyst in Washington, DC

126350 - 159600

Low
126350
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
144970
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
159600
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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