Senior Financial Analyst

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to serve as a key strategic partner, driving data analysis that supports informed business decisions. In this role, you will lead the preparation of monthly financial statements, comparative reports, and annual budgets, while offering strategic insights to leaders. Your focus will be on collaborating with internal stakeholders and business leaders to generate value and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

At C.H. Robinson, we believe in the power of in-person collaboration to fuel innovation and drive success. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site three days a week, fostering creativity and delivering impactful results. With the flexibility to work remotely two days a week, this role strikes the perfect balance between teamwork and autonomy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Own monthly forecasting processes for assigned business areas; ensure timelines, inputs, and approvals are met, proactively surfacing trends and performance risks/opportunities

• Partner with business leaders to develop monthly forecast; challenge inputs and ensure consistency with enterprise guidance

• Perform month-end close analysis, including variance to annual plan, rolling forecast, and prior year; identify key drivers and root causes in monthly reporting

• Monitor KPIs; identify actionable improvement opportunities and quantify the expected financial impact

• Drive continuous improvement of planning/reporting processes (standardization, documentation, automation) to improve accuracy, speed, and controls

• Partner on the implementation and enhancement of reporting and analytical tools (requirements, validation/testing, user enablement) so stakeholders have reliable, timely insights

• Coordinate with Corporate Finance on standard reporting, planning assumptions, and analytics best practices; contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives

• Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with team and/or country-specific requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field from an accredited college or university

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive experience in FP&A, finance, or related analytical roles

• Ability to travel up to 5% (domestic and international), as needed

Strongly Preferred:

• Proficiency in Excel (or equivalent), with ability to build and audit complex models; strong PowerPoint/financial storytelling skills

• Strong communication and influencing skills; ability to translate complex analysis into clear recommendations

• Financial modeling and analysis skills, including scenario/sensitivity analysis and variance/root-cause analysis

Preferred:

• Strong skills in data analytics, financial analysis, and accounting

• Experience with finance technology such as Oracle, Essbase, or TM1

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization

• Ability to influence and consult effectively with multiple stakeholders at various levels

• Experience navigating a matrixed organization with competing priorities

• Team-oriented, thrives in collaborative environments

• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities

• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, results-oriented environment

• Values diversity and inclusion in the workplace

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location.  Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

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Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page