Finance
Senior Financial Analyst
Overview
At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
Role Responsibilities
The Senior Financial Analyst acts as a strategic finance partner to business teams, supporting decision-making through performance insights, planning, and financial modeling. The role focuses on driving financial visibility, accountability, and alignment across areas of responsibility.
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Manage assigned cost centers, ensuring accurate tracking of expenses, budget adherence, and financial controls.
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Perform financial and business performance analysis, including variance analysis versus budget and forecast.
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Monitor expense run rates and proactively identify financial risks and efficiency opportunities.
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Prepare and deliver periodic financial reporting with clear insights for business and cost center owners.
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Provide budget updates and performance explanations to stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making.
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Maintain and evolve financial and business models to support routine business cases and planning scenarios.
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Develop reports and dashboards by consolidating data from financial systems and internal databases.
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Lead the preparation of operating plans, forecasts, and outlooks for assigned areas of responsibility.
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Partner closely with business teams to support planning cycles and improve financial visibility and accountability.
Role Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
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4–6 years of experience in FP&A, business analysis, or related finance roles, or equivalent experience.
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Strong knowledge of cost center management, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
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Proven analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
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Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with financial systems, databases, and reporting tools is a plus.
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial results clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
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Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.
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Fluency in English, with outstanding verbal, written, and listening skills (Level B2+ minimum, C1 ideal).
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Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and follow through to resolution.
Work Shift
Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life
insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your Argentina – specific benefits include:
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Gift vouchers for marriage, for birth, others.
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Discounts at universities.
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Discounts at gyms and shops.
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Discounts at the language center.
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10 days off for non-pregnant mother/father
Other Details
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.
Estimated Job Posting End Date:
06-08-2026
This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.
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About Western Union
Western Union Company is a global leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement. Our omnichannel platform connects the digital and physical worlds and makes it possible for consumers and businesses to send and receive money and make payments with speed, ease, and reliability. With our global reach, Western Union moves money for better, connecting family, friends and businesses to enable financial inclusion and support economic growth.
Western Union Listens
We hold employee surveys through our employee engagement tool, Western Union Listens, benchmarking our results against global peers. We use the results to continually improve our culture and workplace, and encourage managers to review, discuss, and take action on survey findings with their teams.
In 2024, the employee participation rate reached 84%.
Western Union Game Changers Global Recognition Program
Recognition is a critical link to performance, inclusion, diverse ideas, and fostering a workplace where our employees connect, show their appreciation, and feel valued. At Western Union, our recognition is about moments that matter.
Get to know Western Union
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