Sr. Financial Analyst

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Senior Finance Analyst plays a critical role in delivering complex financial analysis to support strategic business decisions. This position is responsible for developing advanced financial models, performing in-depth risk assessments, and providing insights into financial performance and business health. The role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders, contributes to financial policy development, and leads high-impact financial initiatives. Success in this role requires strong analytical capabilities, business acumen, and the ability to clearly communicate financial insights to leadership.

This is a hybrid position that will sit at our manufacturing production site in Dubois, PA.

Senior Finance Analyst Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Conduct financial forecasting and budgeting

• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights and recommendations

• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic planning

• Monitor and track key financial metrics and KPIs

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial data

• Communicate financial results and insights to management and stakeholders

• Identify, analyze, and report on variances and trends

Cost Management

• Review and analyze expenses to identify cost-saving opportunities

• Develop and maintain cost allocation methodologies

• Design and implement cost reduction strategies

• Monitor and track cost-saving initiatives

Budget Management

• Support the development and management of annual budgets

• Monitor budget performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations

• Ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and regulations

Financial Systems & Processes

• Maintain and enhance financial systems and processes

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and controls

Financial Projects

• Lead and support financial projects and strategic initiatives

• Conduct financial analysis to assess project feasibility and return on investment (ROI)

• Partner with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives

• Provide project updates, insights, and recommendations to leadership

Senior Finance Analyst Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience

• Strong knowledge of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights for leadership

• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, assess risk, and support strategic decision-making

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

High-Impact Behaviors

• Continuous Professional Development: Demonstrates commitment to ongoing learning, staying current on industry trends and best practices.

• Collaboration and Teamwork: Works effectively across teams, values diverse perspectives, and contributes to shared goals.

• Results-Driven Performance: Maintains a strong focus on delivering high-quality outcomes with efficiency and accountability.

Xylem does not offer sponsorship for this role.

The estimated salary range for this position is $97,000 to $112,000 plus bonus.   Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically a