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Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisWe are seeking a Financial Operations Analyst to provide critical support in managing financial operations while ensuring adherence to organizational compliance standards. You will combine financial analysis with compliance oversight, using strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining data integrity and audit readiness.
Responsibilities include supporting operational and compliance activities across procurement, budget, vendor management and financial accounting processes. This includes monitoring purchase orders and vendor transactions for accuracy and adherence to procurement policies, assisting with budget, cost accounting, and access management reviews, and validating financial data for compliance with internal governance standards. Additionally, you will maintain audit-ready documentation, enforce internal controls, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement corrective actions for identified risks or non-compliance issues. You will report to the Manager, Financial Management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance financial, budgeting, and procurement processes while ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and compliance standards.

• Deliver actionable data insights that directly support operational decision-making. Develop comprehensive, descriptive analyses to guide budgeting, procurement, and financial accounting processes, and present findings in a clear, practical format for stakeholders.

• Monitor purchase orders, vendor transactions, and contract compliance to ensure accuracy and adherence to procurement policies.

• Support project management and ensure alignment with business objectives.

• Conduct compliance reviews and risk assessments to ensure adherence to internal controls and policy requirements

• Identify and resolve process/data quality issues across financial and procurement processes, implementing corrective actions as needed

• Monitor and report compliance metrics to leadership, identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies, ensure timely submission of all compliance reports, and maintain audit-ready documentation for financial and procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or related field, or commensurate experience

• 3 years relevant experience in financial analysis, compliance, or related operational roles.

• Hands-on experience with budgeting, procurement processes, and financial reporting.

• Travel (5%)

• Total Rewards

  Bring your passion and expertise, and we'll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your career growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life.

  Salary: $79,200 - $101,000

  In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package all brought together in a flexible work environment where you can find balance:

• Medical (4 options), Prescription, Dental (3 options), and Vision Insurance with no waiting period

• 401k/Thrift Plan with generous employer match

• Employer-funded Pension Plan

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time and Holidays

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Healthcare Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement (undergraduate and graduate)

• Parental Leave

• Free onsite 24/7 Fitness Center

• Onsite Cafeteria and Coffee Shop (St. Louis location)

• Additional Convenience Benefits, Discounts and More…

At the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, we are committed to a strong and resilient economy for all. We prioritize inclusion and strive to be a workplace where all employees can thrive. Learn more about Bank's culture.

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

Yes

Job Category

Operations Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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