Financial Analyst IV - V | FP&A

What You'll DoWe’re looking for a Financial Analyst to join our Retirement and Income Solutions (RIS) Financial Planning & Analysis team. In this role, you’ll support the financial analysis and capital management for a diverse group of businesses within RIS! We’re looking for someone who will:

Conduct cause-and-effect analysis to identify key drivers of results and uncover root causes of variances.

Provide analytical support ensuring effective management and allocation of capital. Evaluate actuals and forecast and the key drivers of variances, review capital allocation by product, and assess levers and sensitivities to free capital flow conversion.

Work collaboratively with other teams across the department and the Enterprise to deliver on our strategic and financial initiatives.

Support the delivery of timely financial results and forecasts, perform in depth analysis offering insights of drivers to key performance metrics.

Job LevelWe’ll consider talent at the Financial Analyst IV, Financial Analyst V, and Assistant Director level based on the right skills and experiences.Who You Are

Bachelor's degree in finance, math, actuarial science, or related field with a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience preferred

Self motivated with excellent problem solving, leadership, and analytical skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills required

Demonstrates the ability to embrace and understand the change process, and effectively guides others through change

Knowledge of spreadsheet and database or similar PC software packages, or the ability to learn is preferred

Aptitude in programming languages is preferred

Skills That Will Help You Stand Out

Advanced proficiency with MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Experience with Essbase/Smartview, ALFA, SAS

General knowledge of gaap and statutory accounting including income statement and balance sheet

Salary Range InformationSalary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)$86450 - $167000 / yearTime Off ProgramFlexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.Pension EligibleYesAdditional InformationWork EnvironmentsThis role offers in-office, and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements in our Des Moines, IA office. You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.Who We AreOperating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!Work Authorization/SponsorshipAt this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.Nonimmigrant Workers (https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-nonimmigrant-workers) and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants (https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants)Investment Code of EthicsFor Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.Experience PrincipalAt Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site (https://www.principal.com/about-us/careers) to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.Principal is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.Posting WindowWe will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.Original Posting Date1/30/2025Most Recently Posted Date1/30/2025