Financial Data Analyst

Aston Carter•Miami, FL

2d•$30 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting forecasting, budgeting, financial modeling, and revenue analysis for critical business areas, including onboard operations such as casino and retail revenue. The role focuses on performing variance analysis, analyzing large data sets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and preparing insightful financial reports to support data-driven decision-making. This position is ideal for an early-career finance or accounting professional seeking hands-on FP&A experience within a collaborative, high-visibility environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
Approximately 1+ year of relevant finance, accounting, or analytical experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
Experience performing data analysis and variance analysis.
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation for financial analysis and modeling.
Exposure to forecasting, budgeting, or financial modeling within a finance or accounting context.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain financial findings clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with SQL or querying data is preferred for extracting and analyzing information from internal systems.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
Critical thinker with a data-driven mindset and the ability to interpret complex financial information.
Comfortable working with large volumes of information and complex data sets.
Self-starter with a strong desire to learn, develop new skills, and grow within a finance organization.
Interest in gaining hands-on FP&A experience, including exposure to variance reporting, SQL-based reporting tools, and executive-level decision-making.
Motivated to build a strong analytical foundation and accelerate a career in finance or accounting.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed variance analysis and investigate fluctuations in financial results to identify drivers and explain performance changes.
Analyze large data sets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that impact financial performance and business strategy.
Support forecasting and budgeting processes by preparing inputs, updating models, and validating assumptions.
Assist with building, enhancing, and maintaining financial models to support planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
Analyze onboard revenue streams, including casino and gift shop performance, to provide insights on profitability and growth opportunities.
Extract, manipulate, and validate data from internal systems using queries and reporting tools to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that summarize key findings and support executive-level financial decisions.
Collaborate closely with finance team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and standardization of financial reporting and metrics.
Utilize Excel extensively for data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
Manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Communicate financial findings clearly and effectively to stakeholders, translating complex data into actionable insights.