Financial Analyst – Strategic Finance FP&A

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker magazine as having a top banking team in its list of “The Most Powerful Women in Banking.” Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets. We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize, and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a “local” business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.

With benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing, and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst as part of our Corporate Finance division. Corporate Finance is undergoing rapid growth, and we are focused on creating a relevant program that will enable our organization’s long-term success. What’s great about our department is that we work with the brightest minds in the organization, who foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, have Executive and Board level visibility and support for our work and direct engagement with a diverse range of executives, and our efforts translate directly into highly visible, enterprise-wide initiatives. We are focused on creating business value and are seeking like-minded professionals to join our team! 

If you want to work on a team that truly drives company strategic objectives through alignment of individual goals; works closely with business and executive leadership; constantly nurtures talent and personal and professional growth; fosters an atmosphere of efficiency, continuous progress, and excellence; and serves as experts on a financial metrics for a wide array of financial instruments, then you will be in excellent company. The work you do has an impact for employees across the organization and drives enterprise performance – we directly impact Zions Bancorporation’s success.

Key Responsibilities

The Financial Analyst will any number of the following:

Financial & Strategic Analysis

• Create, interpret, and analyze financial statements, models, and other financial data to support decision making.
• Conduct analysis in areas such as:
  • Department performance
  • Profitability and product/loan performance
  • Cost analysis
  • Pricing and valuation
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Financial modeling and scenario analysis
  • KPI reporting and ad-hoc analytics
• Evaluate business transactions, planning cycle activities, and financial outcomes with clear, concise analysis.

Incentive Compensation Analytics

• Serve as a subject‑matter expert on financial metrics that drive incentive compensation plans.
• Analyze plan performance, model payout impacts, ensure compliance with policies, and provide insights to leadership.
• Partner with business units to support design, implementation, and administration of incentive programs for large employee populations.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with leaders across finance, business lines, business intelligence, and affiliates.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership with clarity and confidence.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships to ensure alignment between financial strategies and business objectives.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Drive business process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation.
• Identify data issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement solutions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (Master’s preferred for senior candidates).
• 2–4+ years of experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, analytics, or incentive compensation.
• Experience in financial services or mid‑to‑large financial institutions preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to develop financial models and produce accurate, well‑structured reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences—from front-line bankers to executives.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in deadline‑driven environments.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
• Strong initiative and drive for continuous improvement.

Technical Proficiency

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; strong PowerPoint and Word capabilities.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI, Business Objects, SAS, R, or Python highly preferred.
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase, SmartView, Financial Reporting Studio, or similar planning/reporting tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with data visualization and business intelligence tools desirable.

Visa Sponsorship: 
This Product Analyst position is currently not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance — start on day one
• Life and Disability Insurance; Paid Parental Leave; Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays, and paid training
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and competitive compensation
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Mental health benefits including therapy and coaching sessions
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products