• Financial Analyst 4

    Aston Carter (Portland, OR)


    Job Title: Financial Analyst 4

     

    FULLY REMOTE!!!!

    Job Description

    As a Financial Analyst, you will apply financial modeling and analytics expertise to support decision-making for strategic M&A programs and other projects. You will be part of a finance business partnering team that leverages Technology Business Management (TBM) practices and software solutions to promote cost transparency, foster IT and Business alignment, and assist IT leadership teams in managing and communicating the cost, quality, and value of technology investments.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage robust program financial consolidation models and analytics to identify emerging trends, support decision making, and create forward-looking insights.

    + Develop and manage program reporting tools, such as dashboards and scorecards, to provide actionable insights on program expenses, capital project spending, headcount trends, risks, or opportunities.

    + Provide ongoing financial modeling and analysis expertise to senior IT leaders to support resource management, capital investment, and procurement decisions.

    + Lead analysis and review of monthly actuals, including accruals, and update monthly and multi-year forecasts through detailed review and analysis of new and recurring contracts.

    + Perform ad hoc financial analysis or summaries for IT Leadership to assist in decision-making, transparency, and the financial impact of various program scenarios.

    + Support validation and review of JIRA Drive decision-making framework for IT spend approvals.

    + Align forecasts within Apptio to ensure leaders have visibility into near and long-term program expense projections.

    + Ensure forecasting data within Apptio matches external expense models.

    Essential Skills

    + 7+ years of progressive financial planning and analysis experience focusing on strategic planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis.

    + Advanced knowledge of financial data modeling and cost classification.

    + Experience with expense analysis and accruals.

    + Comfortable with data and trend analysis.

    + Advanced proficiency in Excel, including IF Statements, VLookup, Power Pivot/Query, and SQL.

    + Experience with Workday and Apptio / Apptio One.

    + Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. An MBA in Finance or advanced degree in a quantitative field is preferred.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Technology Business Management (TBM) or FinOps certifications are a significant advantage.

    + Previous IT experience with a strong focus on finance and financial planning and analysis.

    + CMA, CPA, FMVA, or FPAC certification preferred.

    Work Environment

    This is a fully remote opportunity with the flexibility to work from anywhere. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and requires strong project management and organizational skills. The candidate should be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment and be capable of proposing, justifying, initiating, and implementing change. There is no specific dress code, as the role is remote.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.