Financial Analyst II

4 days ago


Des Moines Iowa, United States Principal Financial Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Analyst II to join our Corporate Finance team at Principal Financial Group. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for building and scaling our expense optimization capabilities within our shared services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Analytical Expertise: Leverage data analysis and modeling techniques to assess the financial impact of potential cost-saving measures and develop evidence-based recommendations.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams across the organization, bringing together information from multiple sources to ensure projects stay on track and deliver strong outcomes.
  • Data-Driven Storytelling: Leverage data to craft compelling narratives that guide decision-making, identify trends, and support strategic initiatives.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, data analytics, accounting, actuarial science, econ, math, or equivalent experience required.
  • Experience: 1+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
  • Skills: Advanced Excel skills, preferred modeling knowledge, strong problem-solving, leadership, and analytical skills, good oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present new information to all levels.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of: Dodeca, Smart View, or similar PC software packages, or the ability to learn.
  • Aptitude in: Programming languages.
What We Offer
  • Salary Range: $77,900 per year.
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO): Provided to salaried (exempt) employees, offering the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal, or short-term illness.
  • Pension Eligibility: Yes.


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