Financial Analyst POST NUMBER: 309226
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join a growing organization. This role will be responsible for supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business decision-making initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.
Responsibilities
- Analyze financial performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Assist with the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reporting packages.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on actual results versus budget and forecast.
- Partner with department leaders to monitor performance, evaluate spending, and support business initiatives.
- Analyze operational and financial data to improve profitability and efficiency.
- Assist with business case development, investment analyses, and special projects.
- Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Support month-end and year-end close processes as needed.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data across reporting systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, FP&A, accounting, or a related role.
- Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to stakeholders.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.