Senior Financial Analyst

2 weeks ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Principal Financial Group Full time

Position Overview
We are seeking a committed professional with a strong work ethic to join our Enterprise Financial Planning & Analysis team at Principal Financial Group as a Financial Analyst III.

Role Responsibilities:
In this position, you will utilize your analytical skills, visualization techniques, and communication abilities to enhance our enterprise management reporting functions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Implementing the enterprise financial management reporting strategy to provide essential insights and critical financial data to senior management.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across various levels to interpret financial data and derive insights that promote a clear understanding of the organization’s financial performance.
  • Developing models and reports to support the annual goal-setting process for the enterprise.
  • Contributing to the preparation of quarterly earnings calls.
  • Enhancing the process for enterprise key performance indicators, including insights and reporting.
  • Engaging in self-development by broadening your knowledge of the department, business operations, and industry trends.
  • Completing other job-related tasks and special projects as necessary.

At Principal, we operate at the crossroads of financial services and technology, creating financial tools that empower our clients to lead better lives. We pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven organization, dedicated to making financial security accessible to everyone. Our mission, integrity, and customer-centric approach have established us as a trusted leader for over 140 years.

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will possess:

  • A bachelor’s degree in mathematics, actuarial science, finance, or a related field.
  • Two to four years of relevant experience is preferred.
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, and organizational abilities.
  • A demonstrated ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
  • Familiarity with Essbase, spreadsheet, and database software, or a willingness to learn.

Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position reflects targeted base salaries, with opportunities for participation in a bonus program for non-sales roles. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level at the time of offer.

We offer a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program for salaried employees, allowing them to take paid time away from work for vacation, personal matters, or short-term illness without accruing a set number of days.

Work Environment:
This role supports a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote work.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Principal is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be 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.



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