Financial Analyst

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.  We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration.  Together we can achieve great things.
 

Success at SOM Means

• Ideas:  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.  We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.  

• Knowledge:  We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.  We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.

• Product:  We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.

• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work.  Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration.  A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.

• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, curious, and strategic Financial Analyst to join our Finance Department. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn and grow while supporting finance leadership across a broad range of accounting and analytical responsibilities. You will work within a collaborative and diverse Finance Team and gain exposure to multiple financial functions across multiple entities. This is a hands-on, technical, and analytical position that offers meaningful visibility into how the business operates and evolves. Your insights and efforts will directly influence strategic decisions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and support audits to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

• Provide financial and strategic support to multiple company entities to help leadership evaluate performance and outcomes.

• Collaborate with project and operational teams to track labor, expenses, and budget performance.

• Analyze and interpret financial data to support and strategic decision-making across departments.

• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to strengthen Finance Team workflows, reporting products, and operational efficiency.

• Develop and deliver training on financial processes and tools to promote organization-wide financial understanding.

• Assist with updates to financial systems, structures, and reporting frameworks.

• Maintain organized financial records, file structures, and shared drives.

• Partner closely with finance leadership on ongoing initiatives and special projects.

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.

• Experience: 1–2 years of professional experience; prior financial or analytical work preferred. Relevant internships also valued.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft  and Google product suite including Excel and Google Sheets (advanced skillset); curiosity and motivation to deepen skill sets with analytical tools and financial systems.

• Analytical Abilities: Ability to work with and interpret large datasets, identify trends, and translate data into meaningful insights.

• Attention to Detail: Strong commitment to accuracy and quality in all work products.

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Are you ready to join a team of creative professionals working on transformational projects around the world? Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to build a better future with SOM. 

Our Benefits:

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance

Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs

Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our approach to flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program

Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development 

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $75,000 to $85,000. 

Our Culture:

Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you’ll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.

We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices. 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy as well as additional information such as a privacy notice for California residents and how to apply offline.

For more about SOM: www.som.com

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