Financial Analyst Rotation Program

2 weeks ago


Des Moines, United States Principal Financial Group, Inc. Full time
What You'll Do

Our Financial Analyst Rotation Program will give you insights into a variety of corporate finance responsibilities Through rotational assignments you will gain in depth experience, ongoing mentorship, and targeted training across a range of Financial Planning and Analysis opportunities throughout the enterprise. Each rotation opportunity will differ based upon the need of the business area.
Generally, you'll be exposed to and be responsible for:
  • Evaluating key business drivers and providing recommendations to help business leaders make better decisions.
  • Identifying insights based on data-driven analysis.
  • Analyze Financial information and communicate business results to leaders at various levels of the organization, including business unit and corporate CFOs, VPs, and above.
  • Build and maintain budgets and/or forecasts ensuring a clear link between our strategy and financial outlook.
  • Supporting the preparation of month-end or quarter-end deliverables.
  • Partner with finance, strategy, and other business areas to problem solve and uncover insight.
This opportunity allows for career advancement both during the program and after Upon successful completion of the three-year program and the professional brand you've established throughout your experiences, we'll support you in attaining placement within Principal and launch you into your career with an enterprise-wide network.

Who You Are

  • You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in finance, economic, or related field.
  • You have strong financial and analytical skills, with advanced understanding of finance concepts.
  • Proven ability to interact with and influence people within the organization via written and verbal communication skills.
  • Professional presence and desire to continue to develop as a leader.
  • Advanced Excel skills, and comfort working to tackle sophisticated problems within demanding time constraints.
  • Demonstrated ability to present new information to all levels.
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
  • You have 1+ years of relevant analytical experience.
  • Leadership with community organizations and/or through work experience.
Salary Range Information

Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)

$23.29 - $32.45 / hour
Time Off Program

Personal Time Off (PTO) is provided to hourly (non-exempt) employees and provides a set amount of accrued time earned each pay period. Employees can use their PTO for vacation, personal or short-term illness.
Pension Eligible

Yes
Additional Information

Work Environments

This role offers the ability for in-office, and hybrid (blending both office and remote work in a typical workweek) work arrangements in our Des Moines, IA headquarters. You'll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.
Job Level

We are opening to hiring at both the Analyst I and Analyst II levels depending on experience and qualifications. The qualifications listed above are aligned to the Analyst I level. Additional experience and knowledge will be needed to be considered for the Analyst II level.
Who We Are

Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years
Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Posting Window

We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
Original Posting Date

9/26/2024
Most Recently Posted Date

9/26/2024
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