We are looking for a Financial Analyst III to support financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis for a team based in Bellevue, Washington. This role is a Long-term Contract position and is well suited for someone who combines strong analytical judgment with excellent communication skills to guide business decisions. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional partners to evaluate performance, build forecasts, and deliver clear insights that improve financial and operational outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop financial models, forecasts, and budget analyses to support planning cycles and business decision-making.<br>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports that track expenses, key metrics, and performance trends for stakeholders.<br>• Analyze variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts, then explain drivers and recommend next steps.<br>• Partner with operational and business teams to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and align financial plans with business objectives.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel and SQL to organize data, perform detailed analysis, and produce actionable reporting.<br>• Monitor expense activity and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and overall process performance.<br>• Translate complex financial findings into clear updates and presentations for management and cross-functional partners.<br>• Contribute to process improvement efforts that strengthen reporting quality, forecasting reliability, and decision support.<br>• Support analysis related to service or call center operations by evaluating trends, productivity measures, and cost performance.