Strategic Finance Analyst Jobs
Strategic Finance Analyst jobs are open across technology, healthcare, financial services, and consumer goods, at levels from associate to senior and director, with specializations in FP&A, business partnering, and long-range planning. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success leading complex financial and organizational initiatives in a large and multifaceted environment. (Required) And
- Experience developing and communicating strategic recommendations to executive leadership. (Required) And
- Experience in higher education, public-sector finance, healthcare, research administration, or other complex mission-driven organizations. (Preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of financial planning, resource management, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement methodologies. (Required)
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable insights. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build consensus, and manage competing priorities among diverse stakeholders. (Required)
- Outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills. (Required)
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage highly sensitive matters. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required) And
- Master's Degree Advanced degree such as MBA, MPA, MPP, MS Finance, or related field. (Preferred)
- Professional certification such as CPA, CGMA, CFA, or equivalent. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for Employment
- Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
- Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT and/or variable based on operational needs.
Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
Complete Position Description
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Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated success leading complex financial and organizational initiatives in a large and multifaceted environment. (Required) And
- Experience developing and communicating strategic recommendations to executive leadership. (Required) And
- Experience in higher education, public-sector finance, healthcare, research administration, or other complex mission-driven organizations. (Preferred)
- Advanced knowledge of financial planning, resource management, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement methodologies. (Required)
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable insights. (Required)
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build consensus, and manage competing priorities among diverse stakeholders. (Required)
- Outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills. (Required)
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage highly sensitive matters. (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Required) And
- Master's Degree Advanced degree such as MBA, MPA, MPP, MS Finance, or related field. (Preferred)
- Professional certification such as CPA, CGMA, CFA, or equivalent. (Preferred)
Special Conditions for Employment
- Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
- Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT and/or variable based on operational needs.
Union/Policy Covered
99-Policy Covered
Complete Position Description
https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Financial%20Analysis%20Manager%202%20(TBD_1000311) Apply
- Full Salary Range:
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software35
- Banking & Financial Services9
- Investment & Asset Management8
- Insurance5
- Science & Research4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategic finance analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related quantitative field
- Advanced Excel modeling skills including three-statement and DCF model construction
- Experience with FP&A tools such as Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or Planful
- 2 to 5 years of experience in FP&A, investment banking, consulting, or corporate finance
- Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
- CFA, CPA, or MBA credential preferred for senior and business-partner-level roles
Tips for Your Strategic Finance Analyst Job Search
Quantify impact beyond variance analysis
Hiring managers for strategic finance roles expect your resume to show decisions you influenced, not just reports you built. Tie each bullet to a business outcome: cost saved, revenue modeled, or a capital allocation choice you supported with your analysis.
Signal your modeling stack explicitly
Strategic finance job descriptions screen hard for tool fluency. Name every environment you've used, whether that's Excel with advanced Power Query, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or Tableau. Vague phrases like 'financial modeling' get filtered out before a recruiter reads further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists strategic finance analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by business model, not just industry
A strategic finance role at a subscription SaaS company differs sharply from one at a capital-intensive manufacturer. Target openings where your experience with that business model's metrics, ARR, gross margin, or EBITDA, matches how the company actually measures performance.
Prepare a structured case for your first interview
Many strategic finance first rounds include a take-home model or a live business case. Practice walking through your assumptions out loud before you're on the call. Interviewers are grading your logic and communication as much as your arithmetic.
Negotiate total comp with equity context in mind
At growth-stage and public companies, equity can represent a large share of your strategic finance offer. Before your final conversation, understand the vesting schedule, cliff, and how the company values its shares so you're comparing offers on a complete basis.
Strategic Finance Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most strategic finance analysts?
The companies hiring the most strategic finance analysts right now include Oscar Health, OpenAI, and Ankura, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially strong at high-growth technology and healthcare companies scaling their finance business-partner functions.
How many strategic finance analyst jobs are remote?
About 72% of strategic finance analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in corporate finance. Business-partnering positions tied to a specific product line or geography tend to require more in-person presence, while FP&A reporting and modeling roles are more frequently offered remotely.
How do you become a strategic finance analyst?
Start with a finance, economics, or accounting degree, then build modeling fluency through internships or entry-level FP&A or accounting roles. Develop proficiency in a planning tool alongside Excel, and practice translating financial outputs into business recommendations. Moving from a general finance role into strategic finance typically requires demonstrating that you've influenced a real business decision, not just reported on one.
Can I get a strategic finance analyst job with limited experience?
Yes, but you need to substitute depth for breadth early in your career. Candidates with one to two years in audit, investment banking, or management consulting are frequently considered because those roles build the analytical rigor strategic finance teams look for. A detailed personal or project model that shows three-statement thinking and scenario analysis can also substitute for direct FP&A tenure when applying to associate-level openings.
What does the strategic finance analyst interview process look like?
Most processes include a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your analytical background, and a take-home or live modeling exercise. Companies vary widely, but a final round typically involves a presentation of your model or a business case to finance leadership and sometimes a cross-functional partner. Expect at least two to four weeks from first contact to offer at most companies, longer at larger organizations with more structured hiring cycles.
Where can I find and apply to strategic finance analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to strategic finance analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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