Finance Business Partner Lead Analyst

As the nation's largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members' financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy – which includes our team members. 
BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There's never been a better time to work for BECU.

To learn more visit becu.org/careers.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $122,000.00-$149,100.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $94,500.00 - $176,500.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.  Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance.  We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees.  Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan.  Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE

As the Finance Business Partner (FBP) Analyst Lead at BECU, you will be the key financial advisor to our business units, driving insightful analysis and supporting strategic decision-making. Your expertise will empower leadership with the financial insights needed to achieve their business objectives and navigate risks. By leading the development of financial models, creating frameworks for consistency, and providing consultative support, you will play a crucial role in shaping BECU’s financial strategies and ensuring operational excellence across the organization.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead and Advise: Serve as a proactive business partner for assigned stakeholders, providing financial expertise and support in cross-divisional assignments and tactical execution.
• Analyze and Recommend: Lead business decision-making through timely and insightful analysis, assessing risks, and identifying potential outcomes.
• Communicate Effectively: Create presentations and narratives for various leadership levels, effectively communicating business results and financial insights.
• Innovate and Scale: Develop financial models that provide valuable insights and inform forecast inputs, sharing frameworks across peer groups to enhance efficiency.
• Support Objectives: Conduct ad-hoc analyses as needed to support business and finance objectives, ensuring alignment with overall goals.
• Drive Improvement: Recommend and implement new processes or best practices to maximize capacity, improve service quality, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Plan and Forecast: Assist in the development of the annual Financial and Strategic Plan, managing interim forecast updates to reflect progress or deviations from the plan.
• Update and Advise: Interpret business trends communicated by stakeholders and translate them into actionable updates for the full-year financial outlook.
• Monitor Performance: Create monthly reporting packages that compare business unit financial performance against budget and forecast, including variance explanations and identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Educate and Mentor: Act as the Subject Matter Expert for finance processes, leading budget education and supporting division planners in executing the rhythm of the business.
• Adapt and Contribute: Take on additional responsibilities as assigned to support the team and organization’s financial goals.

This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• Financial Expertise: Enhance your skills in financial planning, analysis, and reporting while becoming a trusted advisor to business leaders.
• Leadership Development: Grow your career by leading key financial initiatives and driving strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.
• Impactful Role: Play a crucial role in shaping BECU’s financial strategies and contributing to the organization’s long-term success.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent work-related experience required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as a finance business partner, analyst, or related role plus working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Chart of Accounts, Fixed Assets, etc. required. 
• Demonstrated ability to act as a mentor or coach, providing guidance and support to team members and helping to develop their skills and capabilities.
• Advanced analysis and financial modeling skills required.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, lead teams, negotiate with stakeholders, and manage projects to successful completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business preferred.
• CPA/CFA preferred.
• Financial institution experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency utilizing enterprise financial planning/reporting tools; OneStream experience highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products or equivalent, (primarily in Excel including pivot tables, lookups and advanced excel formulas, expert-level PowerPoint skills) with the ability to learn new software quickly preferred. 

JOIN THE JOURNEY

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job – it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust operational landscape of BECU.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now. #BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney

EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.