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Sr. Financial Analyst

Software Guidance & Assistance

Scottsdale, AZ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$63.62–$63.62 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Best Practices, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Case, Business Skills, Business Support, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Communication Skills, Contract Analysis, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Tools, Decision Support, Economics, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Functional Analysis, Genetics, Hyperion, Investment Analysis, Leadership, Oracle, Performance Analysis, Pivot Tables, Power BI, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Pricing, Product/Service Launch, Reporting Dashboards, Revenue Management, Sales Support, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Tableau, Time Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Scottsdale, AZ
POSTED
3 days ago
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Sr. Financial Analyst for a contract assignment with one of our premier Infrastructure Services clients in Scottsdale, AZ.

The Senior Financial Analyst is a key contributor within the Finance organization, responsible for delivering high-quality financial analysis, forecasting, and insights to support business decision-making. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate performance, identify trends, and drive financial discipline while supporting strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with business acumen and the ability to communicate actionable insights to leadership.

Responsibilities :
  • Support and lead components of the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes
  • Develop and maintain financial models to project revenue, expenses, and key business drivers
  • Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide clear explanations and recommendations
  • Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports for leadership, including dashboards and performance summaries
  • Partner with functional leaders (e.g., Finance, Product, Operations, Sales) to support financial decision-making
  • Provide actionable insights on cost management, revenue drivers, and operational efficiency
  • Support resource planning, investment evaluation, and cost optimization efforts
  • Translate financial data into clear business insights for non-financial stakeholders
  • Conduct scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and business case development for key initiatives
  • Support strategic projects such as new product launches, pricing changes, and process improvements
  • Evaluate financial impact of initiatives and track performance against expectations
  • Assist in long-term strategic planning and financial outlook development
  • Produce accurate and timely financial reporting packages
  • Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reports
  • Improve reporting processes and automate where possible
  • Leverage tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, financial systems) to enhance data visualization and insights
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency
  • Support implementation of new tools, models, and best practices
  • Partner with Accounting to ensure alignment between financial results and forecasts
Required Skills:
  • Bachelor's Degree from accredited university in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required.
  • 4–7+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related field
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, modeling, forecasting)
  • Ability to synthesize data into clear insights and communicate effectively
Preferred Skills:
  • Skillset and strong interest in leveraging AI technologies (Claude, Copilot, etc.) to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of financial reporting processes
  • Experience supporting business units or revenue-generating functions
  • Familiarity with financial systems (e.g., Hyperion, Oracle, Anaplan)
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
  • MBA, CFA, CPA, or progress toward certification
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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