Financial Analyst

yOur client is seeking a Finance Consultant to support cash planning, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis within a fast-paced finance organization. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining cash forecasting models, supporting treasury and financial planning activities, performing variance analysis, and partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate has strong financial modeling skills, advanced Excel expertise, and experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) .Job Responsibilitie sSupport cash planning activities, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and ad hoc financial analyses .Prepare and maintain company cash forecasting models .Develop and maintain rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts, including actual-to-forecast reconciliations and variance analysis .Partner with Accounting and Treasury teams to monitor and report weekly cash flow activity .Collaborate with business units to collect financial forecasts, actual results, and supporting explanations .Maintain financial planning models for multiple revenue streams and business operations .Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy and streamline financial planning processes .Assist in managing financial risks and opportunities to support cash flow and profitability objectives .Prepare financial reports, presentations, and ad hoc analyses for leadership .Work collaboratively with Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and cross-functional business teams .Perform other duties as assigned .Job Requirement sMinimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning, finance, accounting, treasury, or a related finance environment .Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field .Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and complex data analysis .Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting principles .Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint preferred .Experience with Hyperion and Essbase preferred .Strong analytical and problem-solving skills .Excellent verbal and written communication skills .Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels .Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities .Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment .Entertainment or media industry experience is preferred but not required .Educatio nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required .Work Experienc eMinimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial planning, FP&A, accounting, treasury, or related finance functions .Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and financial analysis required .Entertainment or media industry experience preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr