Temp-to-Perm Finance Analyst
About The Position
The Guardian is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Finance Analyst to support its Finance function through financial reporting, planning, analysis, and business partnership. The role is responsible for accurate, timely P&L reporting, financial analysis, ad hoc reporting, and management insights, while partnering with teams across the organization. The position is based in New York, New York, reports to the Interim Head of Finance, US, and follows a hybrid schedule with three in-office days. It is a full-time, temporary-to-permanent role with an initial temporary duration of six months. The analyst will support monthly P&L reporting, recurring and ad hoc analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic and operational initiatives. The role uses Hyperion, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace to prepare financial models and presentations, improve reporting processes, and provide stakeholders with clear insights into financial performance. The annual salary is $110,000–$120,000.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of relevant financial analysis or FP&A experience.
- Strong experience with P&L reporting, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including complex formulas, financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
- Hands-on experience with Hyperion or a comparable enterprise financial planning and reporting system.
- Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, particularly Google Sheets, Slides, and Drive.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver recurring and ad hoc financial reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and business partnering skills.
Responsibilities
- Own and support monthly P&L reporting, including preparation, analysis, variance explanations, and identification of key business drivers.
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for Finance leadership and cross-functional business partners.
- Support presentations and financial insights for Finance leadership and business stakeholders.
- Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable insights.
- Investigate variances and financial trends with stakeholders, identify root causes, and communicate findings.
- Support forecasting, budgeting, reporting, planning, and other strategic and operational Finance initiatives.
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses as business and Finance priorities evolve.
- Use Hyperion to support financial reporting, data analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
- Develop and maintain sophisticated Excel-based financial models, reporting tools, and analyses.
- Use Google Workspace, including Google Sheets and Google Slides, for reporting, analysis, presentations, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Develop and improve reporting processes, templates, and analytical tools to increase efficiency, accuracy, and visibility into financial performance.
- Partner with Finance colleagues to ensure financial reporting is accurate, complete, and integral.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business performance, gather financial inputs, resolve discrepancies, and provide financial guidance.
- Serve as a trusted financial partner to cross-functional teams, helping stakeholders understand results and make informed business decisions.
Benefits
- 20 days of vacation leave, in addition to 12 company holidays and 2 personal days
- Unlimited sick time
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 401(k) match
- Subsidized healthcare coverage, including medical, vision, and dental
- Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
- Generous parental leave with 100% pay
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Wellhub
- Flexible hybrid schedule
- Access to tools and solutions supporting personal and professional growth
- Support for professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
