Financial Analyst I

Living Earth • Dallas, TX

9d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst I supports the Finance team by assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis that informs business decisions. This role gathers and reviews financial and operational data, prepares recurring and ad hoc reports, and helps identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. The position contributes to accurate reporting, sound planning, and effective support of the company’s financial objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, audit, or related analytical work; internship experience may be considered.
• Basic understanding of financial statement analysis and U.S. GAAP accounting.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, formatting, data organization, and basic modeling.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information in a concise and professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively with flexible workloads, shifting priorities, and a variety of assignments in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Progress toward a finance or accounting credential such as CFA, CPA, or FP&A is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and close activities.
• Analyze income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, and other financial data to identify trends, variances, and risks.
• Prepare budget-to-actual, forecast-to-actual, and period-over-period variance analyses.
• Build, maintain, and improve Excel-based financial models, reports, and data analysis tools.
• Support the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Gather, validate, and organize financial and operational data from internal stakeholders.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with company policies, internal controls, and U.S. GAAP principles.
• Prepare ad hoc analysis, reporting, and presentation materials for the CFO and leadership team while managing changing priorities and assignments.
• Other Duties as Assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees