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DescriptionIf you have prior training in finance, Robert Half Finance may have an excellent Financial Analyst opportunity for applicants with strong communication skills. Does working on a growing team sound appealing to you? In this role, you will be conducting financial modeling on various financial products as well as measuring, analyzing, and forecasting performance in conjunction with operating plans, advising management on the allocation of resources to best accomplish objectives, and preparing reports for management. This Financial Analyst role, which is a full-time employment opportunity, is located in the Chicago, Illinois. A candidate who's highly-skilled in forecasting, performance reporting, and expense management is wanted by an innovative team as a key business partner.Key responsibilities
Recognize potential risks and opportunities while analyzing performance to date
Enable effective Business Intelligence (BI) to provide forward-looking insight and decision support
Drive Area/Segment-level Bookings on a weekly, quarterly and annual basis, as well as P&L forecasting
Work 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, strategic resource allocation and prioritization, and event tracking and execution
Explain and understand internal and external drivers impacting performance and trending
Work on monthly and quarterly financial close processes in collaboration with the Accounting team
Gather and oversee forecasting reports
Drive monthly reporting to business partners on financial results and actions required
Work alongside cross-functional partners in Accounting and Operations to ensure plans are properly executed
Keep tabs on monthly and quarterly performance through the comparison of actuals versus expectations, ensuring that business partners handle their resources
An ideal candidate should be highly flexible, comfortable with large amounts of information, and adept at managing expectations
Requirements
Budget forecasting experience preferred
Cash Flow Forecasts experience
Cash forecasting experience preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of pricing analysis
Proficiency in Cash Flow Forecasts
Adeptness in Profit Loss
Solid understanding of financial analysis
General familiarity with sales analysis & reporting
Financial analysis & planning (go-to-market experience preferable)
BA/BS degree in finance or a related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to simplify complex problems and build solutions
3+ years of experience 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)
Demonstrated ability to build and deliver effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
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)
Proficiency with Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools required
Prior experience in Spreadsheet and ERP system
Robert Half Finance & Accounting, the world's leader in specialized financial staffing, provides exciting full-time opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, audit, taxation and more. We pioneered the professional staffing industry, and we've been successfully matching professionals with employers since 1948. Our proven proprietary processes, along with our relationships in 325 locations worldwide, allow us to 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.Apply for this job now or contact our nearest office at 888.490.5461 for additional information.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 Robert Half Finance & Accounting. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.By clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 / YearlyLocation: CHICAGO, ILDate Posted: December 5, 2019Employment Type: Full-timeJob Reference: 01300-0011288539Staffing Area: Finance
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