Financial Analyst - Profitability & FP&A

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

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Role Summary

The Financial Analyst supports the Profitability and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function by delivering financial analyses, forecasts, reporting, and insights that help inform business decisions. This role works at the intersection of finance and technology, partnering with finance professionals to support profitability reporting, forecasting activities, and data-driven decision-making. The position offers an opportunity to build expertise in banking finance, analytics, and reporting tools within a specialized FP&A team.

Please Note: This position can be hired as a Financial Analyst or Financial Analyst Senior. We will assess applicants based on their skills and years of relevant experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare financial analyses, reports, and dashboards that support forecasting, profitability reporting, and management decision-making.
• Assist with budget, forecast, and profitability processes by gathering data, validating inputs, and maintaining financial models.
• Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers impacting actual, forecasted, and budgeted financial results.
• Support profitability analysis across products, customer segments, and business lines to help evaluate financial performance.
• Partner with senior analysts and business stakeholders to provide ad hoc analysis, scenario modeling, and reporting support.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data through reconciliation, validation, and documentation of assumptions.
• Develop knowledge of banking products, revenue streams, expense drivers, financial systems, and reporting processes.
• Leverage reporting and analytics tools to support data visualization, performance tracking, and business insights.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Management, Economics, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of financial analysis, accounting, banking, or analytical experience.
• Experience working with financial data, reporting, or analytical processes.
• Systems-oriented mindset with experience using reporting or analytics tools.

Preferred

• Banking industry experience.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Experience with Tableau.
• Experience with SQL or similar reporting and analytics platforms.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Join a specialized Profitability and FP&A team where finance and technology come together to drive meaningful business insights. You'll gain exposure to financial planning, profitability analysis, and modern reporting tools while collaborating with experienced finance professionals. This role provides an opportunity to expand your analytical and technical capabilities while contributing to impactful business decisions.

Apply today to make an impact.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

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Artificial Intelligence Statement

To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position.

AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$60,550.00 - $103,800.00 per year