Financial Analyst II, FP&A

The Financial Analyst II, FP&A supports financial planning and storytelling through financial forecasting, management reporting, variance analysis, and annual budgeting. This role is part of the FP&A team and reports to the Sr. Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis.

Job Location
Remote with travel to headquarters zero to four times a year, or hybrid, or in-office at headquarters located in Bellevue, WA.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business partners to convert business plans to financial operating and capital expense forecasts and budgets for assigned departments
• Monitor financial performance and perform analysis to provide business insights, identify risks and opportunities, and support decision-making
• Prepare supporting schedules and cost models including documentation of assumptions
• Establish regular communications with non-financial business partners to gather information, perform financial reviews, and provide financial support and analysis
• Prepare and distribute financial reports and metric data
• Develop and maintain forecast and analysis tools and processes
• Collaborate with accounting for analysis and alignment of budget, forecast, and accounting data

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required
• 2 years of finance experience; preferably in an FP&A and/or corporate environment
• Experience working with business partners to deliver budget and forecasts
• Experience performing financial analysis including variance and trend analysis
• Experience with cost models
• Planning software and corporate performance management software experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Inquisitive with strong business and financial acumen
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Work with limited supervision, independently and as a team member
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written, verbal, and remote communications
• Concisely convey information and financial data to all levels within and across the organization
• Understanding of GAAP basics, operating vs. capital expenses, accruals, and journal entries
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Self-motivated and takes initiative to make improvements, resolve uncertainties and drive results 

Business Travel

• Position requires minimal to no travel

EEO Statement

We are Coinstar because of our people. We value and embrace their unique and diverse talents, perspectives and experiences and strive to build an environment where each individual can bring their best self to work.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Coinstar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our Human Resources team via AskHR@coinstar.com.  We believe that diversity and inclusion make us a better, more innovative, and successful company, and we seek to recruit and retain a diverse talent pool.  Even if you do not meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. 

Benefits

We believe continued good health, financial security, and work-life balance are important.  We offer a complete, progressive benefits package including an outstanding healthcare plan, 401k match (immediately vested), generous paid time-off, paid parental and adoption leave, corporate matched giving, and more. In addition, we have a casual and flexible work environment with work from home options.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work involves remaining in a stationary position most of the time in front of a computer, using a keyboard, mouse and telephone.  Regularly operate a computer and other office equipment.  Occasionally move about the work site to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.  Exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or regularly move objects.  Communicate and exchange information with co-workers and other individuals in person and electronically.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.