Financial Analyst V

Placement Type:

Temporary

Salary:

$80.14-89.04 Hourly

W2, weekly pay, benefits, 401k w/ match

Start Date:

ASAP

Duration:

12 months

Aquent is partnering with a globally recognized leader in technology and innovation, a company that consistently redefines industries and enriches lives through its groundbreaking products and services. This organization is at the forefront of digital transformation, operating with a commitment to excellence and a vision for the future. As a key contributor to their financial operations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financial decisions, optimizing resources, and driving continuous improvement across a dynamic global landscape, directly impacting the company's sustained growth and success.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic individual to join a pivotal team, where you will be instrumental in blending traditional financial planning and analysis (FP&A) with advanced data analytics. This role offers a unique opportunity to translate complex business needs into actionable financial insights, directly influencing significant business decisions. You will collaborate with diverse teams worldwide, ensuring financial data integrity, streamlining reporting processes, and managing critical budgets. If you thrive on diving deep into data while contributing to the big picture, this is your chance to make a substantial impact within a leading global enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain organizational budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and conducting comprehensive variance analysis to identify key trends and deviations.
• Support day-to-day financial operations, including the efficient processing of purchase orders, invoices, and meticulous expense tracking.
• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams to deeply understand their data and reporting needs, translating these into precise analytic requirements.
• Develop, automate, and meticulously maintain robust financial dashboards and reports using advanced analytics tools, providing clear visibility into financial performance.
• Conduct insightful ad hoc analyses to proactively identify financial trends, potential risks, and significant opportunities for cost optimization.
• Ensure the highest level of accuracy and completeness of financial data across various systems, upholding data integrity standards.
• Provide critical support for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles, contributing to timely and accurate financial disclosures.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing both financial and data processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, or a similar financial role.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to dissect complex financial data.
• Exceptional attention to detail and superior organizational abilities, ensuring precision in all financial tasks.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including expertise in pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas.
• Proven experience creating and maintaining dynamic dashboards and visualizations using tools like Tableau.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly and concisely convey complex financial information to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across distributed global teams, fostering strong partnerships.
• Highly responsive, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with SAP or other enterprise financial systems, demonstrating familiarity with large-scale financial platforms.
• Required experience with Python and SQL for data analysis and automation, enabling efficient data manipulation and insights.
• A strong background in budgeting, FP&A, or financial operations within a global organizational context.