Financial Analyst - Chicago, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst participates in accurate financial planning, reporting, and analysis, and fulfills ad hoc requests from internal and external sources to support decision-making. The role provides direct input and support to directors, department heads, and line personnel in the assigned area. It works under general supervision and reports to the Manager. The position requires flexibility, proactivity, and the ability to work with ambiguity.

Requirements

• Four-year degree in a finance-related field.
• Two to four years of relevant experience.
• Analytical understanding of finance and accounting.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Thorough computer-based analytical skills, including Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or CPA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end, quarterly, and full-year forecasts and reports, including executive and internal reporting packages, monthly financial close packages, scorecards and financial performance indicators, and quarterly management and Board of Directors presentations.
• Ensure capital and EBIT forecasts are properly reflected in planning tools, and work with the financial systems team to mitigate or resolve forecasting and planning concerns.
• Prepare reports and data responses, fulfill ad hoc requests from internal and external reporting customers, and routinely communicate actual performance against budget, plan, and goals.
• Bring a financial perspective to daily operations, ensure proper O&M versus capital classification and treatment, and comply with managerial policies.
• Serve as a liaison to business units to ensure efficient and effective information exchange.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and assist with updates to long-range and budget planning models.

Benefits

• Annual bonus of 10% for eligible positions.
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave, and bonding/primary caregiver or parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support.
• Wellbeing programs, including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement.
• Referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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