Corporate Financial Analyst Jobs
Corporate Financial Analyst jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and energy, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in FP&A, variance analysis, and capital budgeting. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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GENERAL PURPOSE
The Company seeks an intellectually curious and self-motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join the high-performing Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team, responsible for driving long-term growth and financial results through forecasting, long-term planning, reporting, and strategic analysis to drive insights for the Finance department and Senior Leadership at Ross Stores. The ideal candidate must have strong financial modeling experience, be highly motivated, demonstrate comfort with ambiguity, is capable of taking initiative and driving for results, and have the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization. The Senor Analyst will report to the Sr. Manager, FP&A and interact frequently with other executives within Finance.
The base salary range for this role is $96,700 – $146,050. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with the company’s weekly forecasting process. Understand the details / drivers behind key P&L lines (sales, gross margin, inventory, etc.) and make adjustments to reflect updated information. Work closely with business partners to solicit inputs and analyze results. Identify business drivers for variances, including changes in trends and/or company plans.
- Assist with the company’s budgeting and long-term planning processes including creating budget financial targets, sending out communications to business partners regarding major updates, generating high level summaries and explaining key variances.
- Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports including analysis of business performance, inventory trends, and balance sheet data. Provide ongoing analytical support to influence strategic direction, guide investor relations activities, and inform senior management and Board level discussion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (cont.)
COMPETENCIES
QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED
- Prefer 3-5 years post college experience (within a retail company or within a financial analysis and planning group)
- Strong analytical ability – must be able to synthesize data, be able to error check and reconcile own work and be able to design analysis to answer specific questions
- A detail-oriented approach – must pay close attention to the details and have the drive to get things right
- Strong technical skills including advanced Excel and modeling, a proven ability to learn financial systems / applications (i.e., PowerBi, MicroStrategy, Hyperion, Peoplesoft Financial Systems, Flash Sales), and proficiency in Powerpoint.
- Forward-thinking, resourceful and problem-solving mindset, drawn to building off ambiguity with a willingness to take on challenges in an environment with consistently changing priorities.
- Unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity – must be trustworthy with confidential information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
DISCLAIMER
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.
Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Company seeks an intellectually curious and self-motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join the high-performing Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team, responsible for driving long-term growth and financial results through forecasting, long-term planning, reporting, and strategic analysis to drive insights for the Finance department and Senior Leadership at Ross Stores. The ideal candidate must have strong financial modeling experience, be highly motivated, demonstrate comfort with ambiguity, is capable of taking initiative and driving for results, and have the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization. The Senor Analyst will report to the Sr. Manager, FP&A and interact frequently with other executives within Finance.
The base salary range for this role is $96,700 – $146,050. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with the company’s weekly forecasting process. Understand the details / drivers behind key P&L lines (sales, gross margin, inventory, etc.) and make adjustments to reflect updated information. Work closely with business partners to solicit inputs and analyze results. Identify business drivers for variances, including changes in trends and/or company plans.
- Assist with the company’s budgeting and long-term planning processes including creating budget financial targets, sending out communications to business partners regarding major updates, generating high level summaries and explaining key variances.
- Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports including analysis of business performance, inventory trends, and balance sheet data. Provide ongoing analytical support to influence strategic direction, guide investor relations activities, and inform senior management and Board level discussion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (cont.)
COMPETENCIES
QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED
- Prefer 3-5 years post college experience (within a retail company or within a financial analysis and planning group)
- Strong analytical ability – must be able to synthesize data, be able to error check and reconcile own work and be able to design analysis to answer specific questions
- A detail-oriented approach – must pay close attention to the details and have the drive to get things right
- Strong technical skills including advanced Excel and modeling, a proven ability to learn financial systems / applications (i.e., PowerBi, MicroStrategy, Hyperion, Peoplesoft Financial Systems, Flash Sales), and proficiency in Powerpoint.
- Forward-thinking, resourceful and problem-solving mindset, drawn to building off ambiguity with a willingness to take on challenges in an environment with consistently changing priorities.
- Unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity – must be trustworthy with confidential information.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
DISCLAIMER
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.
Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in corporate financial analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including financial modeling and pivot tables
- Experience with financial planning and analysis or FP&A processes
- Familiarity with ERP or financial planning software such as SAP, Oracle, or Adaptive Insights
- CFA designation or active progress toward it preferred for senior roles
- Two or more years of corporate finance, investment banking, or accounting experience
Tips for Your Corporate Financial Analyst Job Search
Quantify your financial models precisely
Hiring managers for corporate financial analyst roles scan for impact numbers tied to models you built or improved. Replace 'created budget models' with specifics about forecast accuracy improvements, cost savings identified, or the dollar value of the budgets you managed.
Tailor your resume to the FP&A stack
Many postings distinguish between candidates who know Excel deeply and those who also work in Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, or Anaplan. Mirror the exact planning tools listed in each job description so your resume clears the applicant tracking system before a recruiter sees it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists corporate financial analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target industries where your sector experience transfers
Corporate financial analyst hiring is industry-specific far more often than candidates expect. If your background is in healthcare revenue cycles or manufacturing cost accounting, filter your search to those sectors first, where your domain fluency gives you a clear edge over generalist applicants.
Prepare a case-style variance answer in advance
Most corporate financial analyst interviews include a scenario where you must explain a budget-to-actual variance. Practice walking through a real example from your experience: what drove the gap, how you identified it, what you recommended, and what changed as a result.
Negotiate offer timing around performance cycles
Corporate finance teams often make comp decisions in Q4 or Q1 tied to the annual planning process. If you receive an offer in that window, you have more room to negotiate sign-on bonuses that offset the mid-cycle timing than you would at other points in the year.
Corporate Financial Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most corporate financial analysts?
The companies hiring the most corporate financial analysts right now include Burson, EchoStar, and Burson Global, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated at large corporations with dedicated FP&A teams and at companies in active growth or restructuring phases.
How many corporate financial analyst jobs are remote?
About 76% of corporate financial analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remainder requiring on-site presence. FP&A reporting and budgeting roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while positions with heavy cross-functional collaboration or close executive partnership are more likely to require regular in-office days.
How do you become a corporate financial analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics, then build Excel and financial modeling skills through coursework or self-study. Gain experience in a related role such as accounting, auditing, or investment banking, learn at least one planning or ERP tool used in corporate environments, and pursue the CFA designation to strengthen your candidacy for more senior positions.
Can you get a corporate financial analyst job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level corporate financial analyst roles are common at large companies that run structured finance rotational programs. Your best approach is to apply to analyst programs, emphasize any internship experience involving financial modeling or variance reporting, and demonstrate proficiency in Excel with examples from coursework or side projects that show you can build and interpret financial data.
What does the corporate financial analyst interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on your background and tools experience, followed by a hiring manager conversation about your FP&A or modeling work. Finalists usually complete a technical case or Excel modeling exercise and then meet with finance leadership. Some companies add a behavioral panel focused on cross-functional collaboration and how you communicate financial findings to non-finance stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to corporate financial analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to corporate financial analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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