Director of Financial Analysis in Washington, DC

Director of Financial Analysis Job Description

The director of financial analysis must have strong analytical, critical thinking, leadership, presentation and organization skills to go along with a solid background in financial planning and analysis. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related field, but many businesses also seek candidates with an MBA. Top candidates have a minimum of eight years of relevant experience and at least two years of experience supervising others. Excellent verbal, writing and interpersonal communication skills are a must, as this role includes communicating complex information to coworkers in all departments and at all levels.

Typical director of financial analysis duties:

Managing the budgeting and forecasting process

Creating projections for performance analyses

Assisting in cross-functional strategic and long-range planning

Providing analysis and recommendations to help the business optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of processes and expenditures

Preparing models to evaluate and prioritize new business initiatives

Developing and maintaining key performance metrics

Developing and delivering presentations to management

Supervising and training financial analyst staff

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Salary for Director of Financial Analysis in Washington, DC

164920 - 257023

25th percentile

164920

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

215128

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

257023

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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