Senior Financial Analyst Jobs in Virginia

A Senior Financial Analyst plays a crucial role within the finance industry by assisting companies in making sound business decisions. They are responsible for reviewing financial data, preparing reports, performing budgeting and forecasting, analyzing business trends, and making recommendations for improvements. They also manage financial models to predict future budget needs, evaluate capital expenditures, and maintain a company's financial health. This role requires strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to communicate complex financial information in an understandable way.

Before becoming a Senior Financial Analyst, individuals often hold roles such as Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, or Corporate Finance Analyst. To progress to a senior position, they must demonstrate a deep understanding of financial concepts and a high proficiency in analytical tools. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field is typically required, while a master's degree or professional certifications like the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can be advantageous. Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques, as well as extensive experience with financial software and spreadsheets, are also essential skills for this role.

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Community Health Sr. Financial Analyst

  • VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • VA
  • 2 hours ago

Community Health Sr. Financial Analyst VA, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Inova Community Health is looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join the Team. This hybrid role will be full-time...

Principal Financial Analyst

  • Edinburg, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Edinburg, VA
  • 21 hours ago

Qualification Requirements: Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. M.B.A. preferred....

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Financial Analysts will support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(AandS)), which plays a critical role within the Department of Defense (DoD...

Senior Financial Analyst, Project Kuiper

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

Project Kuiper seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to support Multimodal Logistics and Warehousing....

Financial Analyst to Senior Financial Analyst

  • Hampton, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 1 day ago

Note: Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups Position Purpose: The Senior Financial Analyst is a seasoned and leading role on the FP&A team....

Senior Financial Analyst, Global Logistics Finance Strategy

  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 1 day ago

We are searching for an exceptionally talented, bright, and driven Senior Financial Analyst to own financial planning and analysis for our cross-border transportation business....

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago

.** The Senior Financial Analyst is a critical position within the Financial Planning and Analysis team, responsible for helping to drive financial planning and strategic decisions....

Senior Financial Analyst - Clearance Required

  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Cydecor is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst in Arlington, VA to support our NAVSEA PEO IWS 11 Terminal Defense Systems support contract....

Senior Financial Analyst, EC2 Core Finance

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

Key job responsibilities AWS Finance seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to support several EC2 Core businesses....

Sr Financial Analyst Co-Pilot

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

Complex financial modeling skills....

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

As a Senior Financial Analyst in our HQ2 Service Center, you will have the opportunity to: Drive strategic financial analysis that directly impacts Amazon's cash flow and operational efficiency Partner...

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 7 days ago

Senior Financial Analyst This individual will be an integral member of the FP&A team, contributing to critical financial processes, including monthly forecasting, annual budgeting process and variance...

Sr. Financial Analyst (Planning) Corporate

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Analytical skills and ability to do data mining Experience with month end Financial Reporting and variance analysis Experience with financial modeling....

Principal Financial Analyst

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

license At least 4+ years' experience in financial analysis At least 4+ years' experience with financial modeling 3+ years' experience in strategic analysis and planning Experience in Microsoft Excel...

Senior Financial Analyst (HYBRID - Reston, VA)

  • Reston, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 8 days ago

planning and analysis, with strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills Strong business acumen, with a demonstrated ability to understand and analyze key performance drivers for a business,...

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Highest Education Level

Senior Financial Analysts in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.7%
Master's Degree
43.9%
High School or GED
2.6%
Associate's Degree
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%


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