Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a growing team. This contract position with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys turning financial data into meaningful business insight and supporting decision-making through thoughtful analysis. The role is primarily onsite, with the possibility of a hybrid schedule after the first 90 days, and offers the opportunity to contribute during a high-demand period while building long-term value for the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze financial results and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that support business planning.

• Build and maintain financial models that assist with forecasting, budgeting, and scenario evaluation for management decisions.

• Perform variance reviews by comparing actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, then communicate key findings clearly.

• Prepare ad hoc analyses and reporting materials to address changing business needs and leadership requests.

• Use data mining techniques to gather, organize, and interpret large sets of financial information from multiple sources.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve visibility into performance metrics and strengthen financial reporting accuracy.

• Translate complex financial information into concise summaries and recommendations for non-financial audiences.

• Support ongoing process improvements within finance operations to increase efficiency, consistency, and data reliability.

• At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or a closely related accounting or analytical role.
• Demonstrated ability to create financial models and use them to support forecasting and business decision-making.
• Experience conducting variance analysis and explaining financial performance drivers with clarity and accuracy.
• Strong skills in ad hoc reporting and the ability to respond effectively to shifting priorities and business questions.
• Hands-on experience working with large data sets and applying data mining methods to extract actionable insight.
• Advanced analytical thinking with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in financial work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings in a clear and understandable manner.