Financial Analyst

Aston Carter•Wichita, KS

21h•$43 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial results, preparing financial models, monitoring costs, and supporting financial close processes. This role involves partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting, and assisting in budgeting and forecasting. The analyst will also ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in financial analysis, marketing analytics, or a closely related role.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling for forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
Familiarity with marketing analytics tools such as Google Analytics and CRM platforms.

Nice To Haves

Experience in both finance and cost accounting disciplines, enabling a holistic view of business performance.
Experience supporting company growth initiatives through forecasting and scenario analysis.
Exposure to marketing strategy, including campaign performance measurement and optimization.
Experience building dashboards and data visualizations to support leadership decision-making.
Comfort working cross-functionally with finance, marketing, sales, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial results, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, and provide actionable insights to leadership
Prepare and maintain detailed financial models to support planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making
Monitor and analyze product, project, and operational costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
Develop and maintain standard cost systems, including bill of materials (BOM), labor, and overhead rates
Conduct inventory valuation, cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, and margin reporting
Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, and finance) to drive accurate cost tracking and accountability
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes, with a focus on cost drivers and operational performance metrics
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and company policies related to financial and cost reporting