[Remote] Senior Financial Analyst * Work from home
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. American Red Cross is a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, dedicated to helping millions of lives every year. They are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the organization’s reporting, analytics, and planning needs by collecting and modeling data to deliver actionable financial insights and strategic recommendations.ResponsibilitiesConduct and document moderate to highly complex financial and data analysesDevelop advanced financial models, forecasting tools, and automated reporting solutionsDesign and maintain interactive dashboards and visualizations (Power BI preferred) to support leadership decision-makingLeverage Python (or similar tools) for data manipulation, automation, and scalability of recurring processesTranslate business needs into technology-enabled solutions, improving efficiency and data accessibility across FinanceIntegrate and analyze large datasets across systems (e.g., Oracle, Hyperion, data warehouses)Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through data-driven insights and predictive analyticsSupport budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-range planning processesConduct cost-benefit, scenario, and sensitivity analyses to inform strategic initiativesPartner with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, strengthen data governance, and align financial outputs with organizational prioritiesMay lead projects or provide guidance to other analysts on technical and analytical approachesSkillsBachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related fieldMinimum 3-5 years of experience in finance, analytics, or related field with demonstrated experience in data analytics, automation, or business intelligenceAdvanced Excel proficiency (complex modeling, Power Query, and macro/VBA automation)Experience with Power BI for dashboard development, data modeling, and storytelling for non-technical stakeholdersWorking knowledge of SQL, and familiarity with data warehouses, or enterprise data platformsExperience working with large, complex datasets and financial systems (Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, etc.)Ability to bridge finance and technology, translating business problems into analytical solutionsStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsAbility to synthesize large datasets into clear insightsInitiative, independence, and continuous improvement mindsetStrong communication and data storytelling skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and deadlinesCollaborative and team-oriented approachHigh level of professionalism and integrityPython, R, or similar programming experiencePower BI or Tableau experienceExperience with enterprise systems (Oracle, Hyperion, SAP BusinessObjects)Exposure to data modeling, forecasting tools, or predictive analyticsFamiliarity with AI-assisted workflows or automation tools (Copilot, forecasting models, etc.)BenefitsMedical, Dental Vision plansHealth Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending AccountsPTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenureHolidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays401K with up to 6% matchPaid Family LeaveEmployee AssistanceDisability and Insurance: Short + Long TermService Awards and recognitionCompany OverviewAmerican Red Cross is a humanitarian organization whose purpose is to meet the immediate disaster-caused needs of people and communities. It was founded in 1881, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://redcross.org.