Senior Analyst, Finance

Forge ahead with WSB. Reporting to the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, the Senior Financial Analyst will play a key hands-on role in budgeting and forecasting, M&A financial analysis, performance reporting, and strategic projects. This is a high-visibility position that partners closely with leadership and provides meaningful exposure to private equity-backed operations, M&A activity, and executive-level reporting. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. What you will do: Financial Planning & Budgeting Support the annual budgeting process in close partnership with the Director, Financial Planning and Analysis, and CFO. Maintain and update the annual forecast model on a periodic basis, incorporating actuals and revised assumptions. Prepare budget/forecast versus actual analyses with clear commentary on key drivers and trends. M&A Support Support pro forma M&A financial modeling, including utilization rates, overhead rate analysis, and integration assumptions. Track and report on financial performance of acquired companies post-close, supporting integration activities as needed. Strategic Analysis & Reporting Prepare accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports for internal stakeholders and the Company's financial sponsor. Analyze business performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying key variance trends, risks, and opportunities. Partner with department and functional leaders to provide real-time visibility into overhead and operating expenses. Develop andmaintaindashboards and reporting tools that enhance decision-making across the organization. Strategic Projects Support high-priority finance initiatives, which may include: Overhead rate tracking, projections, and optimization analysis. Cost savings identification and monitoring. Acquisition integration synergy tracking and cross-sell opportunity analysis. Ad hoc financial analysis in support of executive and sponsor requests. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance FP&A processes, tools, and systems. Support automation initiatives to improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting. Document processes and build scalable reporting templates to support the growing finance function. What you will bring: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, orrelatedfieldrequired. Experience: 5+ years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience. Strong financial modeling skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Licenses/Certifications: CPA or CMAa plus. Software: Proficiency in ERP systems and financial planning tools; experience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plus. Advanced Excel skills; experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) preferred. Proficiency with A.I. tools preferred. Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation. Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave. As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status. WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. 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