Financial Analyst (contract)

Financial Analyst (Contract) Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft. Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented financial analyst to join a dynamic team supporting the Consumer Sales organization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and data analytics, providing critical financial guidance and insights across major product lines and first-party devices. The successful candidate will play a key role in building a new analytics database by ingesting data from multiple third-party sources and creating standardized views that deliver actionable insights to stakeholders across global markets. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, proficiency in data visualization tools, and the ability to collaborate effectively with product groups, marketing, go-to-market teams, and various finance departments. The position offers full remote flexibility with standard business hours and strong potential for extension.

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain complex spreadsheets, charts, and graphs to illustrate technical reports and financial analyses
• Source and clean base data for SKU analysis using multiple data sources and reporting dashboards
• Standardize input data for critical specifications including product families, memory, storage, screen size, and processors
• Manually scrape and map pricing data using web sources and open brand information for top SKUs by volume
• Map silicon family and generation data using web sources and processor details in base datasets
• Coordinate and consolidate data sets across several finance teams to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Review data quality and identify inconsistencies in third-party data sources, working with cross-functional teams to resolve issues
• Drive overall database cleanup initiatives to enable report automation
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards for SKU analysis and global market insights in partnership with data engineering teams
• Analyze financial information to produce forecasts of business, industry, and economic conditions
• Interpret data affecting investment programs, including price, yield, stability, and future trends in investment risks
• Communicate financial findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and leadership

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related financial discipline required; advanced degree in a financial discipline preferred
• 2-4 years of financial and/or accounting experience required
• Hands-on experience building dashboards and analytics solutions
• Previous experience working at the intersection of finance and data analytics
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex data manipulation and analysis
• Strong expertise in Power BI dashboard creation and data visualization
• Demonstrated ability to work with large datasets and understand database structures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively across multiple projects
• Strong analytical skills to identify business trends and project future revenues and expenses
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles, financial markets, and financial data reporting
• Understanding of federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations related to accounting
• Ability to meet deadlines and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

Additional Details

• Location: Remote
• Duration: 3 months
• Pay Range*: $35 - $39.50 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

This Role Is Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. AGS 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 accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com for other accommodation options. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law. Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

• We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.