Senior Financial Analyst

DescriptionKforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst in New York, NY.Summary:We are seeking a highly analytical Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision-making initiatives. This role partners closely with Finance leadership and business stakeholders to provide financial insights, develop forecasting models, analyze business performance, and support key planning and reporting processes. The ideal candidate combines strong financial analysis expertise, business acumen, and the ability to communicate actionable recommendations to leadership.Key Responsibilities:* Develop and maintain annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans* Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and variance analyses* Analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and key business metrics* Build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and business initiatives* Partner with department leaders to understand business drivers and provide data-driven recommendations* Prepare executive-level presentations, dashboards, and reporting packages* Support month-end and quarter-end financial review processes* Monitor KPIs and identify trends, risks, and opportunities impacting business performance* Conduct ad hoc financial analyses, business case evaluations, and ROI assessments* Assist with financial forecasting, budgeting, and operational planning activities* Improve reporting processes, analytical tools, and financial models* Collaborate with Accounting and FP&A teams to ensure reporting accuracy and consistency* Mentor junior analysts and provide analytical support across the Finance organizationRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field* 4-6+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, corporate finance, or related disciplines* Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data analysis* Strong understanding of financial statements and key financial metrics* Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills* Strong presentation and communication abilities* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Qualifications:* MBA, CPA, CFA, or related certification* Experience with ERP systems, FP&A tools, Power BI, Tableau, or financial reporting platforms* Experience with business case development, investment analysis, and strategic planning* Experience creating executive dashboards and management reporting packagesKey Competencies:* Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)* Financial Modeling* Budgeting & Forecasting* Variance Analysis* Executive Reporting* KPI Development & Tracking* Strategic Analysis* Business Partnering* Data Analytics* Advanced Excel* Problem Solving* Communication & Presentation SkillsJob TypeContractCompensation46 - $46