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Zions Bancorporation · 4 days ago

Financial Analyst – Strategic Finance FP&A

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies, and they are seeking a Financial Analyst as part of their Corporate Finance division. This role focuses on financial and strategic analysis, incentive compensation analytics, and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance business performance.

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Responsibilities

Create, interpret, and analyze financial statements, models, and other financial data to support decision making
Conduct analysis in areas such as: Department performance, Profitability and product/loan performance, Cost analysis, Pricing and valuation, Budgeting and forecasting, Financial modeling and scenario analysis, KPI reporting and ad-hoc analytics
Evaluate business transactions, planning cycle activities, and financial outcomes with clear, concise analysis
Serve as a subject‑matter expert on financial metrics that drive incentive compensation plans
Analyze plan performance, model payout impacts, ensure compliance with policies, and provide insights to leadership
Partner with business units to support design, implementation, and administration of incentive programs for large employee populations
Work closely with leaders across finance, business lines, business intelligence, and affiliates
Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership with clarity and confidence
Build strong cross‑functional relationships to ensure alignment between financial strategies and business objectives
Drive business process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation
Identify data issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement solutions

Qualification

Financial analysisFinancial modelingBudgetingForecastingSQLAdvanced ExcelPower BICommunication skillsContinuous improvementProblem-solving skillsDetail-orientedTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred for senior candidates)
2–4+ years of experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, analytics, or incentive compensation
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to develop financial models and produce accurate, well‑structured reporting
Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences—from front-line bankers to executives
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in deadline‑driven environments
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams
Strong initiative and drive for continuous improvement
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; strong PowerPoint and Word capabilities

Preferred

Experience in financial services or mid‑to‑large financial institutions preferred
Experience with SQL, Power BI, Business Objects, SAS, R, or Python highly preferred
Experience with Hyperion Essbase, SmartView, Financial Reporting Studio, or similar planning/reporting tools is a plus
Familiarity with data visualization and business intelligence tools desirable

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance — start on day one
Life and Disability Insurance; Paid Parental Leave; Adoption Assistance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays, and paid training
401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and competitive compensation
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Mental health benefits including therapy and coaching sessions
Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Company

Zions Bancorporation

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Zions Bancorporation is a financial services company involved in SBA lending, public finance advisory services, and agricultural finance.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.09B
2025-08-11Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2013-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $87.9M

Leadership Team

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Harris Simmons
Chairman and CEO
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