Jr. Financial Analyst

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
• 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more! 

As the Jr. Financial Analyst, you'll leverage date from diverse internal and external sources to drive financial planning, optimize operational controls, and proved actionable insights for executive decision making. This role transforms complex financial and accounting data into strategic business intelligence, while working in one of the most excited & creative industries! The Jr. Financial Analyst must reside onsite within our Corporate office in Milwaukee, WI. Read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you !

Jr. Financial Analyst Responsibilities

• Create high-impact reports based on findings from in-depth data mining across internal systems, identifying trend within sales and production. Recommend improvements accordingly.
• Establish databases and dashboards or pertinent information for use in analyzing revenue performance, budgetary variances, and fiscal projections.
• Assist the Financial Analyst Manager in detail analysis of budget and historical variances.
• Collaborate with Systems Analyst to identify opportunities for improved data mining in Derse’s ERP and resolve data integrity issues when applicable. 
• Participate within annual budgeting and forecasting process, including; sales team support, template prep, cost modeling, etc.
• Coordinate the distribution of financial plans to management, managing date uploads to Derse systems.
• Execute ad hoc financial analyses and intern audits as requested.
• Act as the technical resource for internal management regarding journal entries and financial statement interpretation
• Facilitate the annual audit process by preparing supporting schedules and documentation for external auditors.
• Assist in implementing any new software, systems, or processes within the team.
• Provide support to the accounting team on special projects.

Requirements

Jr. Financial Analyst Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field and/or 2+ yrs related experience required.
• Proficiency within Microsoft Excel required.
• Working knowledge of Oracle JDE or similar ERP/financial software preferred.
• Highly organized, flexible and ability to work necessary hours in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment.