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Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid – Washington, DC)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid (2 days onsite)
Compensation: $85,000 – $120,000 Bonus Equity
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a high-growth, mission-driven organization operating at the intersection of data, healthcare, and technology. They are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to take ownership of core accounting operations while driving financial insights that influence key business decisions.
This is a high-impact role reporting directly to senior leadership, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants visibility, ownership, and career growth.
What You’ll Do
- Own day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, General Ledger)
- Lead month-end close and ensure accurate, timely reporting
- Manage payroll processes across multiple regions
- Oversee project/grant accounting, including budget tracking and compliance
- Build and maintain financial models, dashboards, and reports
- Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts
- Conduct variance analysis and present insights to leadership
- Deliver ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decisions
- Improve financial systems, processes, and controls
- Ensure compliance with GAAP standards
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis
- Strong experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting platforms
- Solid understanding of GAAP
- Experience with project accounting (budgets, burn rates, compliance)
- Advanced Excel skills (modeling, pivot tables, dashboards)
- Familiarity with Bill.com or similar tools is a plus
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills with ability to translate data into insights
- Experience in healthtech, SaaS, or high-growth startups preferred
Why Apply
- Direct exposure to senior leadership
- High ownership and impact role
- Fast-growing, innovative environment
- Strong compensation bonus equity potential
- Clear path for career advancement
Apply Now
If you’re a detail-oriented financial professional looking to step into a high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.