Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to join a Contract assignment based in Birmingham, Michigan. This role supports finance leadership by turning complex financial data into clear, actionable insight across profitability, cash flow, and operating performance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, works comfortably with large data sets and reporting tools, and can communicate findings effectively in a fast-moving business environment.

The day-to-day responsibilities:

• Perform in-depth financial reviews to assess profitability quality, margin movement, expense normalization, working capital trends, and cash generation.

• Compile and reconcile financial statements, schedules, and supporting documentation to confirm accuracy and connect reported results to operational drivers.

• Deliver responsive ad hoc analysis that helps leadership and stakeholders make informed decisions in a changing, growth-focused environment.

• Prepare recurring management reports, including gross profit summaries, board presentation support, and customer-level monthly profit and loss reporting.

• Investigate period-over-period financial fluctuations and present concise explanations to finance leaders and account-facing teams.

• Work closely with partners across departments to combine financial results, business context, and supporting records into meaningful reporting narratives.

• Extract and analyze information from platforms such as NetSuite, budgeting and planning applications, and Salesforce to strengthen reporting quality and efficiency.

• Balance independent ownership of analysis with strong collaboration, adjusting priorities quickly as business demands evolve.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:

• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis or a related finance role.

• Strong background in reviewing financial statements and interpreting business performance drivers.

• Experience analyzing EBITDA, margins, expenses, working capital, and cash flow.

• Proficiency with NetSuite and comfort using financial planning, budgeting, and reporting systems.

• Ability to produce ad hoc reporting and translate findings into practical recommendations.

• Familiarity with private equity environments or investor-focused financial analysis is preferred.

• Advanced analytical, organizational, and communication skills with attention to detail.