Benjamin Darling
Financial Analyst IV - Retirement Solutions & Workplace Savings
- Role
- Financial Analyst Iv at Principal Financial Group
- Location
- West Des Moines, IA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Benjamin Darling
As a Financial Analyst, I bring over six years of specialized experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A), pricing strategy, and financial forecasting. I support a $200M+ business segment, leveraging enterprise tools such as SAP ERP, Power BI, and Salesforce to develop robust financial models, deliver actionable insights, and drive strategic decision-making. In partnership with executive leadership, business partners and cross-functional stakeholders, I have contributed to over 400 complex pricing negotiations annually, ensuring proposals are both competitive and aligned with financial targets. Additionally, I’ve built and maintained forecasting models that reflect historical performance and adapt to dynamic market conditions.My professional focus is on empowering business partners with financial clarity and strategic foresight. I’m motivated by opportunities to streamline processes, improve forecast accuracy, and influence initiatives that drive sustainable growth. Recognized for precision and collaboration, I consistently deliver client-facing proposals, manage revenue and performance reporting, and refine pricing models within a high-impact corporate finance environment.
Experience
Financial Analyst Iv
Nov 2025 — Present · Des Moines, IA, US
WSRS: Workplace Savings & Retirement Solutions Team
Education
Legacy Christian Academy
High School Diploma
2011 — 2015
University of Northwestern – St. Paul
Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting and Finance
2015 — 2019
University of Northwestern – St. Paul
Minor in Coaching, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
2015 — 2019
Skills
- Golf
- Cooking
- Sports Coaching
- Powerpoint
- Os X
- Bowling
- Ios
- Public Speaking
- Social Media
- Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- National Honor Society
- Mail Sorting
- Leadership
- Finance
- Cashiering
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