Job Title: Financial Analyst III Job Description The Financial Analyst will support the Merchant Services Finance team by producing and delivering financial and operational analysis to enhance the efficiency and predictability of the Seller Support Contact Centers, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction. This role involves supporting the closure of active accounts to reduce spending by collaborating with the tax department and reviewing current balances. Responsibilities + Support internal customer groups and the controller in finance and accounting matters, including budgeting, forecasting, expense tracking, and control. + Collaborate with functional leaders and finance partners to develop scalable financial processes and business metrics. + Provide financial and business analysis to site leaders and business partners, recommending cost-saving measures and process improvements. + Assist in strategic operational planning, addressing identified risks and opportunities for the business team. + Write systems queries to gather financial data and perform data mining and analysis using tools such as MS Excel, Cognos/Essbase, and SQL. Essential Skills + Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field. + 4+ years of relevant finance experience. + Advanced knowledge of Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Advanced analytical skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. + Strong work ethic and desire to exceed expectations. + Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication. + Ability to build and manage financial models for business forecasting and variance analysis. + Experience with Cognos and SQL is a strong plus. + Comfortable with large volumes of complex data and capable of presenting findings to senior management. Work Environment This position is 100% onsite with a preference for candidates who can work onsite regularly. The environment is dynamic, fast-growing, and entrepreneurial, providing a unique opportunity to be part of a team. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.