Financial Analyst

COMPANY

Allspring Global Investments is a leading independent asset management firm that offers a broad range of investment products and solutions designed to help meet clients' goals. At Allspring, our vision is to inspire a new era of investing that pursues both financial returns and positive outcomes. With decades of trusted experience propelling us forward, we strive to build portfolios aimed at generating successful outcomes for our clients. We do this through the independence of thought that powers our investment strategies and by bringing a renewed approach to look around the corner to unlock what's possible. Allspring is a company committed to thoughtful investing, purposeful planning, and the desire to deliver outcomes that expand above and beyond financial gains. For more information, please visit About Us - Allspring Global Investments.

At Allspring, unique views inspire us. We leverage the diversity of people, ideas, and skills to help our clients pursue their financial goals. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool that enables us to better serve our global client base. Intentionally fostering a diverse and inclusive culture allows us to empower innovation, productivity, and engagement. It's also essential for elevating the experience of our clients as well as the communities in which we operate. Thank you for considering Allspring as you explore the next step in your career journey.

POSITION

The Financial Analyst will play a key role in supporting FP&A business partners and corporate finance. The role will provide research, reporting, data modeling, projects, and presentations to support management reporting and decision making for company executives and/or business area leaders. Strong collaboration and communication with team members, business partners, and stakeholders across finance, accounting, human resources, is a critical component to success in this role. There are significant opportunities to support, develop, and implement processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness for the finance team and the company.

We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 3 days a week.

Location(s): Charlotte, NC

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparation of monthly financial reports/analysis, review packages, and other ad hoc requests from business leaders needed.
• Assist with the annual budget and forecast process, model preparation and submission, and completion of presentation packages
• Prepare support for monthly accruals, journal entries and other analyses as part of the monthly accounting close
• Conduct variance analysis for sales and revenue performance, operating expenses and incentive compensation
• Track project spending and assist with cost benefit analysis
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Finance team members and key business partners within Finance, Technology, Business Areas, and Human Resources
• Support a culture of expense discipline and continual improvement in operational efficiencies
• Present as credible, confident and capable in all interactions
• Protect operations by maintaining strict confidentiality of company financial information.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience within Financial Services Industry preferred
• 2 or more years of experience in finance and/or accounting, analytics/modeling, reporting
• Experience maintaining confidential information preferred
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and finance principles, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present financial analysis to management.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience with expense, cost benefit analysis on projects/initiatives
• Strong attention to detail and process oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written
• Experience with Oracle, Essbase and SmartView preferred
• Strong technical skills with MS Office suite - primarily advanced Excel (vlookup's, pivot tables, advanced formulas) and PowerPoint

Base Pay Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary bonus programs, or other annual or non-annual incentive or sales plans.)

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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.