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ID #2887111
State Illinois
City Chicago
Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Robert Half International
Showed 2019-11-18
Date 2019-11-19
Deadline 2020-01-18
Category Et cetera
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Financial Analyst

Illinois, Chicago 00000 Chicago USA

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DescriptionAccountemps is looking for a dedicated Financial Analyst to join a fast-growing company. You will manage financial modeling on a range of financial products as well as measure, analyze, and forecast performance in conjunction with operating plans in this position. You will be relied on to advise management on the allocation of resources to best accomplish objectives and prepare reports for management. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team serving as a key business partner in areas like forecasting, performance reporting, and expense management. This Financial Analyst role is a long-term temporary employment opportunity and is located in the Chicago, Illinois, area. We seek someone who has internal drive and strong potential for professional growth and development.Major responsibilities

Review annual performance by comparing actual results to their expectations

Participate in planning with senior executives on strategic deep dives by developing financial models and insights on topics such as: Retention forecasts, Campaign Planning & Tracking, return on investment of strategic investments, event tracking and execution, strategic resource allocation, and prioritization

Maintain weekly, quarterly and annual Area/Segment-level Bookings and P&L forecasting

Candidate that feels comfortable working with large amounts of information and handling expectations

Inspect performance to date and assess potential risks and opportunities

Create effective Business Intelligence (BI) to provide forward-looking insight and recommendation support

Operate with Accounting on the monthly and quarterly financial close process

Execute and monitor forecasting reports

Perform extensive research on the underlying internal and external drivers that are affecting performance and trending

Work with contacts in Accounting and Operations to support business plans

Own monthly reporting to business partners on financial results and actions required

Requirements

Command of Ad Hoc Analysis

Microsoft Excel experience highly desired

Account analysis experience desired

Strong familiarity with Ad Hoc Financial Analysis

Excel VBA experience preferred

Go-to-market experience or experience

Strong problem-solving skills

BA/BS degree in finance or a related field

Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening)

Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations

Skilled in Spreadsheet and ERP system

Proficiency with Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools required

Practical knowledge in problem solving through statistical analysis or with large data sets highly preferable (such as in derivatives, structured finance, or business analytics or in a similarly demanding and analytical role)

Accountemps matches highly skilled professionals with accounting finance jobs at the best companies on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our mission is to provide you with a rewarding finance or accounting job that is well matched to your professional skills – helping you to advance in your career. Our experience, combined with the resources of our worldwide network of offices, makes Accountemps a great resource for your career. We offer excellent opportunities to find temporary accounting and finance jobs for all experience levels. From accounting clerks and bookkeepers to accounts payable and staff accountants, we can provide you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. But don't take our word for it. Our company has appeared on Fortune® magazine’s list of “World's Most Admired Companies” since 1998, and 9 out of 10 of our customers would recommend our service to a colleague.Contact your local Accountemps office at 888.490.3195 or visit www.accountemps.com to apply for this job now or find out more about other job opportunities.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2019 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransBy clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $30.88 - $35.75 / HourlyLocation: Chicago, ILDate Posted: November 18, 2019Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 01302-0011265241Staffing Area: Accountemps

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