Financial Analyst II

Rural King•Mattoon, IL

4d•$59,750 - $63,000

About The Position

Rural King is seeking a Financial Analyst II to analyze and interpret financial data, support key financial projects, and deliver insights that drive business results. This role partners with key stakeholders, including senior management, to communicate findings, present financial analysis, monitor performance, and support informed business decisions across the organization.

Requirements

At least 3 years of financial analyst experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Confidence in playing an integral role in the annual business planning process.
Experience and proficiency collaborating as a project team member and managing a segment of the project work.
Experience and proficiency in completing financial projects and seeking out desired results.
Experience and proficiency with problem-solving and interpersonal communication.
Experience and proficiency presenting financial data to management.
Experience and proficiency in financial analysis combined with insight into the nuances of the retail segment.
Experience and proficiency preparing data sets, statistical reports, and computer applications to support financial analysis work.
Experience and proficiency analyzing financial statements and financial reports.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn VBA programming.
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong understanding of retail business practices.
Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated behaviors must reflect integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds periodically.
Ability to navigate and access all required facilities.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
Close vision required for computer-related activities.

Responsibilities

Serve as an impactful resource to the organization through executing financial projects consisting of gathering, analyzing, interpreting, communicating, presenting, and monitoring financial data and analysis to drive business results across Rural King.
Partner with key stakeholders including senior management to address financials.
Utilize excel and other metrics for business forecasting, modeling, and data mining to pull and analyze data with ease to drive, standardize, and improve processes.
Perform a wide range of ad-hoc analytical work to support senior management and executive decision making.
Serve as the subject matter expert for specific units of business and serve as the primary contact for their analysis needs.
Support the financial project management needs of the Financial Planning and Analysis team.
Understand the business unit(s) and the operating systems that support them. Serve as the project expert defining and executing projects regarding various business initiatives.
Prepare business cases including financials and success factors for proposed operating and/or product changes.
May conduct pilot tests of proposed operating and/or product changes.
Complete post-audit of business cases after implementation is complete.
Manage moderately complex projects independently that typically cross multiple business units, divisions, or states.
Create and maintain pro-forma and cash flow models for current and future areas/ projects.
Prepare and/or train others on financial systems and serve as a technical resource to accounting team.
Generate and present financial reporting to management.
Responsible for setting project priorities and for project results.
Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.