Sr. Financial Analyst

Join Xylem in Charlotte, NC, on a hybrid schedule, as a Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst. This role offers a competitive annual salary of USD 97,000 to 112,000, backed by a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative culture focused on growth and continuous learning. The position centers on financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting modeling, and delivering strategic insights for corporate decision making. You will mentor junior analysts and prepare materials for earnings calls and Board of Director meetings.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits
• Flexible hybrid work options where applicable
• Health, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Emotional health and wellness programs and a Volunteer program (Watermark)
• PTO and flexible time off plus paid holidays
• Career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness
• Generous retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Employee recognition and discount programs

Responsibilities

• Perform rigorous financial analysis and forecasting to inform strategic choices
• Build and maintain financial models to project future performance
• Examine key drivers and variances against budget and forecast
• Convert analysis into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership
• Support the creation and monitoring of annual budgets and long term plans
• Partner with business units to understand financial needs and goals
• Produce budget presentations and reports for executive audiences
• Track budget performance and identify opportunities for cost savings
• Generate and share financial reports with key stakeholders
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of financial data and reporting
• Analyze results and communicate key insights to management
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards to monitor KPIs
• Prepare schedules and materials to support earnings calls and Board meetings
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to understand operations and identify improvements
• Provide financial guidance and support to business units
• Work with other departments to design and implement financial strategies
• Anticipate and communicate potential financial risks and opportunities
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes
• Design and implement new processes to boost efficiency and accuracy
• Continuously review existing processes to identify enhancements
• Mentor junior analysts on best practices and processes
• Contribute to special projects and initiatives led by senior management
• Conduct ad hoc research and analysis to support decisions
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management on ad hoc projects
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies
• Identify and mitigate financial risks through ongoing monitoring and analysis
• Support internal and external audits and compliance reviews
• Stay current on industry trends and regulations to support compliance and risk mitigation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field with at least 4 years of experience or equivalent, exposing you to fundamental theories and concepts
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to teammates and senior management
• Proficiency in analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and making strategic decisions

High Impact Behaviors

• Continuous Professional Development: Commit to lifelong learning, pursue opportunities for self improvement, and stay current with industry trends and best practices
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Value collaboration, work well with others, contribute to team goals, and embrace diverse perspectives
• Results Driven Performance: Focus on delivering results, maintain high personal standards, and strive to achieve objectives efficiently