Financial Analyst

Job Type

Contract

Work Arrangement: 100% remote. Candidates must be based in the Central or Eastern Time Zone.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to collaborate with business leaders and executives to understand and analyze expense drivers and advise on cost-management strategies across the organization. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to the Director and VP of Finance on business decisions with financial impacts. The successful candidate will gather and analyze complex data, draw conclusions, and present recommendations that inform strategic and tactical decision-making. The role will also develop and maintain financial models to support analysis and strategic initiatives while building effective relationships across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform the following essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions:

• Analyze financial statements and reports to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with variance analysis to assess financial performance and identify potential areas of concern or success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting and forecasting.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making and strategic planning.
• Prepare and present financial reports and presentations for stakeholders and management.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis to identify key metrics and trends and provide actionable insights to management.
• Maintain data accuracy and integrity through data management and quality-control processes.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to optimize financial operations and efficiency.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices and incorporate relevant information into financial analysis.

Education and Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including financial modeling and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of SQL for data retrieval, manipulation, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and reporting.
• Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines.

Physical Demands and Work Effort

• Keying and typing, standing, and walking.
• Sitting for extended periods.
• Requires constant mental and/or visual attention and alertness in an office environment; work may be repetitive or varied.
• Work is typically performed under comfortable conditions, with disagreeable elements generally absent.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.
• Some travel is required.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation and sick days; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; and a 401(k) with company match. The company offers a competitive salary.