Finance & Banking, Corporate Finance, Financial Analyst

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Job Description

The Analyst - Strategy & Financial Modeling supports enterprise‑wide strategic initiatives by delivering high‑impact financial analysis, valuation work, and decision‑support materials for senior leadership. This role contributes to capital investment evaluation, corporate strategy development, and long‑range planning across U. S. Steel's integrated, mini‑mill, and Tubular operations. The position offers broad exposure to Strategy, FP&A, and Business Planning, with frequent interaction with executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain financial models to support CAPEX investments across NAFR, Mini Mill, and Tubular operations.

* Partner with FP&A to build robust business cases and provide analytical insights that support strategic and operational decision‑making.

* Support valuation analyses related to capital projects, mergers and acquisitions, markets, products, and emerging technologies.

* Conduct industry, market, and competitive research to inform strategic recommendations.

* Assist with forecasting, budgeting, and long‑range planning activities as needed.

* Collaborate with Business Planning and cross‑functional teams to support execution of strategic initiatives and alignment with enterprise objectives.

* Prepare presentations and analytical materials for senior leadership and the Board of Directors.

* Provide direct support to the Vice President of Strategy, including coordination of strategic initiatives, communications, and key deliverables.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a strategy‑oriented role within investment banking, management consulting, valuation, corporate development, or a related field.

* Strong financial modeling skills, including experience with CAPEX analysis, valuation models, forecasting, and budgeting.

* Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools; strong PowerPoint skills for executive‑level presentations.

* Demonstrated ability to analyze complex qualitative and quantitative data and translate insights into clear, actionable recommendations.

* Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams (e.g., FP&A, Strategy, Business Planning).

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings to senior leaders and executives.

* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, steel, or capital‑intensive environments.

* Exposure to M&A analysis, strategic capital projects, or market and industry research.

* Familiarity with enterprise financial systems and planning tools.

* Prior experience supporting executive leadership or Board‑level materials.

Core Competencies

* Strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate market trends and business impacts.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level presentation.

* Highly collaborative, proactive, and results‑oriented.

* Comfortable working across functions and engaging with senior stakeholders.

* High energy, sound judgment, and a strong sense of ownership.

Why This Role

This position provides broad exposure across the enterprise and serves as a strong development opportunity for future leadership roles within Strategy, Finance, or Business Planning.

Company Overview

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.

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