Senior Financial Analyst

SLIM CHICKENS•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. This position leads complex financial analyses, transforms data into actionable insights, and partners cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives. The role combines strong analytical expertise with business acumen to identify trends, optimize performance, and influence key stakeholders.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Domo).
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large datasets.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Slim Chickens systems principles and objectives: Acts as a responsible steward of Slim Chickens’ financial and analytical systems by ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established enterprise standards, security requirements, and operating principles. Proactively supports continuous improvement in how data is collected, analyzed, and reported to enable informed business decision-making and scalable growth.
Technical Experience: Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, data visualization, and performance measurement, with the ability to analyze and synthesize data from multiple enterprise systems. Strong working knowledge of Excel-based modeling, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI development. Experience querying data using SQL preferred, along with familiarity with data governance best practices and modern reporting or business intelligence platforms. Proven ability to partner with Finance, Technology, and Analytics teams to deliver accurate, secure, and executive-ready insights.
2–6 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, analytics, strategy, or a related role.
Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer
Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
Ability to view computer screens and read data, reports, and dashboards for extended periods
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to effectively present information and collaborate with others
Occasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within an office or meeting environment
May occasionally travel to meetings, conferences, or company locations, which could involve walking through office or restaurant environments
Ability to work effectively in a remote or hybrid environment, including participation in virtual meetings and extended screen time
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SQL, Python, or R preferred.
MBA

Responsibilities

Lead the collection, analysis, and interpretation of complex financial and operational datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
Develop financial models, dashboards, and recurring reports to support strategic planning and operational decision-making.
Deliver clear, concise, and actionable insights to senior leadership through presentations and written analysis.
Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Marketing, Operations, and Technology teams to align insights with business objectives.
Support the design, implementation, and ongoing refinement of performance metrics and KPIs.
Perform forecasting, scenario modeling, and variance analysis to evaluate business performance and inform future outcomes.
Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities in data accuracy, reporting processes, and analytical workflows.
Acts as a responsible steward of Slim Chickens’ financial and analytical systems by ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with established enterprise standards, security requirements, and operating principles. Proactively supports continuous improvement in how data is collected, analyzed, and reported to enable informed business decision-making and scalable growth.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. This position description outlines the primary responsibilities of the Senior Financial Analyst and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. The role is expected to exercise sound judgment, analytical rigor, and professional discretion in support of evolving business needs.