Financial Analyst III

What You'll Do We’re looking for a Financial Analyst III to join our Principal Asset Management business on our Financial Planning & Analysis team. In this role, the primary focus will be analyzing the consolidated financial performance as well as assisting in developing and communicating earnings materials to senior leadership! Analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results. Developing management reporting to highlight the status of key performance indicators. Communicating financial results to senior leadership and key partners across the Principal enterprise. Collaborating with multiple business partners to understand drivers of earnings and asset growth. Driving the completion of ad-hoc and recurring analyses to uncover insights of the business. This team provides an opportunity to learn all the aspects of the global asset management, from public and private market solutions, multi-asset strategies, and retirement capabilities to clients in over 80 markets. This team is responsible for understanding and communicating business performance and impacts of strategic initiatives to senior leadership. Who You Are Bachelor's degree in math, actuarial science, finance, accounting or equivalent experience. 2+ years of relevant experience preferred. Must have strong sense of curiosity, problem solving, attention to detail and analytical skills. Excel skills are required Good oral and written communication skills. Must have good interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills. Demonstrates the ability to accept and adapt to a changing environment. Self-starter, highly motivated and ability to work on their own initiatives Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines through excellent project management skills Skills That Will Help You Stand Out Experience with AI-enhanced finance tools, data visualization platforms, and analytics solutions (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, Tableau AI) is preferred Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly) $73150 - $95750 / year Time Off Program Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible Yes Work Environments This role offers in-office and hybrid work arrangements (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) in Des Moines, Iowa. Work Authorization/Sponsorship At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links. Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants Investment Code of Ethics For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization. Experience Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Posting Window We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Original Posting Date 7/6/2026 Most Recently Posted Date 7/7/2026 Principal uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in reviewing and evaluating job applications, fraud prevention, and candidate matching and comparisons. These AI tools support our human recruiters in the initial review process but do not make final hiring decisions without human involvement. By submitting your application, you acknowledge this use of AI in our recruitment process. Please review our Workforce (U.S.) Privacy Notice for more details on our practices and your data privacy rights. We’re looking for a Financial Analyst III to join our Principal Asset Management business on our Financial Planning & Analysis team. In this role, the primary focus will be analyzing the consolidated financial performance as well as assisting in developing and communicating earnings materials to senior leadership! Analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results. Developing management reporting to highlight the status of key performance indicators. Communicating financial results to senior leadership and key partners across the Principal enterprise. Collaborating with multiple business partners to understand drivers of earnings and asset growth. Driving the completion of ad-hoc and recurring analyses to uncover insights of the business. This team provides an opportunity to learn all the aspects of the global asset management, from public and private market solutions, multi-asset strategies, and retirement capabilities to clients in over 80 markets. This team is responsible for understanding and communicating business performance and impacts of strategic initiatives to senior leadership. Bachelor's degree in math, actuarial science, finance, accounting or equivalent experience. 2+ years of relevant experience preferred. Must have strong sense of curiosity, problem solving, attention to detail and analytical skills. Excel skills are required Good oral and written communication skills. Must have good interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills. Demonstrates the ability to accept and adapt to a changing environment. Self-starter, highly motivated and ability to work on their own initiatives Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines through excellent project management skills Skills That Will Help You Stand Out Experience with AI-enhanced finance tools, data visualization platforms, and analytics solutions (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, Tableau AI) is preferred