Budget & Financial Analyst

UL Standards & Engagement • Evanston, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Budget & Financial Analyst at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office. The Budget Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the strategic financial and budget planning processes and to help ensure alignment with the organization’s financial strategy. This role provides budget recommendations on operational efficiencies and improvements to support strategic utilization of resources, guide organizational decision making, and help provide analytical acumen. This is a hybrid position (Tuesday & Thursday onsite) at our Evanston, IL office.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting, and budgeting processes.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Clearly convey financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Thoroughness in budget preparation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Identify challenges and propose effective solutions to achieve financial goals.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to gather relevant financial information.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Utilize financial software, Excel, and other tools to manage and analyze data effectively.
• Superior quantitative and analytical capabilities with Advanced Excel skills, PowerPoint skills, and other office suite products.
• Knowledge of financial modeling, planning, reporting, and analysis.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Comfortable with large business projects, data sets and system initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adaptive and Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and monitor financial budgets to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with department leaders to gather financial data and provide insights for budgetary planning.
• Evaluate budget variances and provide recommendations for cost-saving measures.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and projections to guide decision-making processes.
• Conduct regular financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of budget presentations for senior management.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay
• Additional 4% investment into retirement saving fund after first year of continuous employment
• Flexible working arrangements (depending on role and manager discussion)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days
• Bonus compensation based on the level of the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level