Associate Analyst, Finance Planning

About the Role

The Financial Analyst I supports the Central BU Operations Finance team through financial reporting, variance analysis, planning support, data management, and finance operations. This is an entry-level role ideal for an analytical, detail-oriented finance professional looking to build expertise in FP&A, financial systems, and operational finance within a global technology organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, dashboards, and scorecards.
• Perform variance analysis and identify key financial trends and drivers.
• Compile, reconcile, and analyze data from multiple systems.
• Support month-end and quarter-end reporting activities.

Planning & Forecasting Support

• Assist with forecasting, annual operating plans, and long-range planning processes.
• Support data collection, consolidation, validation, and reporting.
• Prepare templates, schedules, and planning reports.
• Ensure planning assumptions are accurately reflected in reporting systems.

Systems & Data Management

• Utilize finance systems including SAP, Anaplan, Power BI, and related tools.
• Maintain reporting databases, financial models, and planning templates.
• Support reporting enhancements, system testing, and process improvements.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to improve reporting efficiency and analysis.

Continuous Improvement

• Document finance processes and reporting procedures.
• Support automation, standardization, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen controls.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Less than one year of relevant experience (internships/co-ops included).
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Ability to work with large datasets and communicate insights clearly.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in finance, accounting, analytics, consulting, or operations.
• Exposure to financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, or variance analysis.
• Familiarity with SAP, Anaplan, Power BI, or similar financial systems.
• Interest in automation, technology, and AI-enabled business processes.

Additional Details

• Travel: 10% of the time.
• Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days.
• Wage Range: $56,792 to $78,104.
• Qualifies for discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.