Sr. Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst (Revenue Accounting)

Location: Hybrid/Onsite (4 days per week onsite with flexibility)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST
Duration: 9-Month Contract
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience

About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to support a critical revenue accounting function during a planned leave of absence. This 9-month engagement includes a comprehensive knowledge transfer period, allowing the selected professional to partner closely with the current team member before assuming ownership of core responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong accounting fundamentals, advanced analytical capabilities, and the ability to translate complex financial information into meaningful business insights. This role will work cross-functionally to support revenue accounting operations, month-end close activities, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Perform revenue and subsidiary accounting activities
• Support trade revenue and captive lending revenue accounting processes
• Manage accounting for various revenue streams and related transactions
• Process and record cash receipts accurately and timely
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Perform account reconciliations and month-end close activities
• Research, analyze, and explain financial variances
• Consolidate information from multiple sources to assess revenue impacts
• Record, analyze, and communicate financial and operational results

Financial Analysis

• Conduct detailed variance analysis and reporting
• Analyze business trends, financial performance, and operational metrics
• Investigate root causes of financial fluctuations and identify key drivers
• Prepare trend reporting and management reporting packages
• Develop complex financial analyses to support business decisions
• Generate profitability, pricing, and performance reports
• Serve as an analytical resource for assigned business units and stakeholders

Process Improvement & Operational Support

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Recommend and implement operational efficiencies
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and finance functions
• Participate in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives
• Assist with financial controls, compliance activities, and documentation
• Develop and maintain reporting tools and financial processes

Business Partnership

• Partner with stakeholders across departments to gather and analyze financial information
• Explain complex financial analyses to technical and non-technical audiences
• Support management with strategic recommendations and decision-making
• Build strong relationships throughout the organization to influence positive business outcomes

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and 6+ years of relevant finance/accounting experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED and 10+ years of relevant finance/accounting experience

Accounting Expertise

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with general ledger accounting and account reconciliations
• Knowledge of revenue recognition concepts
• Experience supporting month-end and year-end close processes
• Strong foundation in debits, credits, and financial statement analysis

Financial Analysis Skills

• Proven ability to analyze financial data and identify trends
• Experience researching and explaining financial variances
• Ability to connect business operations and market conditions to financial results
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Experience developing and presenting financial insights to stakeholders

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
  • Pivot Tables
  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
  • Complex formulas and data analysis
• Experience working with financial reporting systems
• Ability to utilize pre-built Power Query and SQL queries for analysis
• Experience with data extraction, reporting, and financial modeling

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in revenue accounting
• Experience supporting pricing, profitability, or FP&A functions
• Experience implementing process improvements or automation initiatives
• Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements

Soft Skills & Competencies

Self-Starter Mentality

• Ability to learn new processes independently
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and finding solutions
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning
• Demonstrates accountability and ownership of responsibilities

Communication & Execution

• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly
• Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building capabilities

Organization & Project Management

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
• Experience balancing recurring responsibilities and ad hoc projects
• Effective project management and coordination skills

Culture & Team Environment

The team values professionals who:

• Embrace collaboration and partnership
• Demonstrate a team-first mentality
• Communicate openly and effectively
• Bring innovative ideas and fresh perspectives
• Continuously seek process improvements
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs

Additional Information

• This position is intended to support a temporary leave of absence and includes a structured onboarding and knowledge transfer period.
• There is no anticipated extension or conversion associated with this engagement.
• Occasional overtime may be available during peak accounting and close-cycle periods but is not required.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.