Senior Financial Analyst * Work from home

Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?

Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else - it's as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good, you'll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life's work with an ongoing mission that's bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you're cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

Where Your Career is a Force for Good!

This role sits at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting the organization's reporting, analytics, and planning needs. Under general guidance, the analyst collects, integrates, and models data from multiple systems to deliver actionable financial insights, forecasts, and strategic recommendations. This role plays a key part in modernizing finance capabilities through automation, advanced analytics, and data visualization.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and document moderate to highly complex financial and data analyses.
• Develop advanced financial models, forecasting tools, and automated reporting solutions.
• Design and maintain interactive dashboards and visualizations (Power BI preferred) to support leadership decision-making.
• Leverage Python (or similar tools) for data manipulation, automation, and scalability of recurring processes.
• Translate business needs into technology-enabled solutions, improving efficiency and data accessibility across Finance.
• Integrate and analyze large datasets across systems (e.g., Oracle, Hyperion, data warehouses).
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data-driven insights and predictive analytics.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-range planning processes.
• Conduct cost-benefit, scenario, and sensitivity analyses to inform strategic initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, strengthen data governance, and align financial outputs with organizational priorities.
• May lead projects or provide guidance to other analysts on technical and analytical approaches.

Technical & Analytical Capabilities:

• Advanced Excel proficiency (complex modeling, Power Query, and macro/VBA automation).
• Experience with Power BI (required or strongly preferred) for dashboard development, data modeling, and storytelling for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Python (preferred) for data manipulation, and scripting for automation.
• Working knowledge of SQL, and familiarity with data warehouses, or enterprise data platforms.
• Experience working with large, complex datasets and financial systems (Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, etc.).
• Ability to bridge finance and technology, translating business problems into analytical solutions.
• * Core Competencies
• o Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• o Ability to synthesize large datasets into clear insights
• o Initiative, independence, and continuous improvement mindset
• o Strong communication and data storytelling skills
• o Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• o Collaborative and team-oriented approach
• o High level of professionalism and integrity

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in finance, analytics, or related field with demonstrated experience in data analytics, automation, or business intelligence
• Strong Preference in:
  • Python, R, or similar programming experience
  • Power BI or Tableau experience
  • Experience with enterprise systems (Oracle, Hyperion, SAP BusinessObjects)
  • Exposure to data modeling, forecasting tools, or predictive analytics
  • Familiarity with AI-assisted workflows or automation tools (Copilot, forecasting models, etc.)

*Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

PAY INFORMATION:The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. We do not offer an annual bonus for this role. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. **We will review specific salary information at the time of phone screening based upon your location & experience.**

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

* Medical, Dental Vision plans

* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

* PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure

* Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays

* 401K with up to 6% match

* Paid Family Leave

* Employee Assistance

* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

* Service Awards and recognition

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The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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