Financial Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field from an accredited university.
• 5 years' experience with functional role responsibilities, working with financial planning and analysis or corporate finance.
• Demonstrated experience developing financial models, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and advanced Excel‑based financial reporting tools.
• Proven track record collaborating with cross‑functional teams and influencing non‑financial stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts to non‑financial audiences.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities to evaluate data and provide actionable insights.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, preferably in Spanish and English.

Nice To Haves

• Additional experience may substitute for required education when it aligns with the competencies and knowledge necessary for the role: Associate’s degree in a relevant field may substitute when accompanied by a minimum of 8 years of experience performing similar functions and at least 5 years of experience performing a previous position in a Specialist role.
• Experience working within a regulated industry, such as utilities or energy, is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with FEMA disaster recovery, grant compliance, or large‑scale project reimbursement is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or other designations would be considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts financial analysis to assess business performance and support strategic initiatives, resulting in improved decision‑making.
• Develops and maintains financial models to forecast results and guide financial planning efforts.
• Provides recommendations to improve financial outcomes and enhance cost efficiencies.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to gather, analyze, and validate data for budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepares executive‑level reports and presentations to communicate financial insights to leadership.
• Monitors key performance indicators to identify trends and recommend areas for improvement.
• Participates in developing and implementing financial policies and procedures to support internal controls and compliance.
• Assists with preparing financial statements and regulatory reporting to ensure accurate and timely submission.
• Supports FEMA reimbursement activities by validating project expenditure documentation and ensuring compliance with FEMA guidelines.
• Conducts variance analysis to evaluate the financial impact of business decisions and operational results.
• Stays current with industry trends and regulatory changes to maintain financial compliance and best practices.
• Delivers training and guidance to stakeholders to enhance understanding and adoption of best practices.
• Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations.
• Participates in storm restoration tasks and assigned drills to contribute to the safe and reliable recovery of services.
• Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility.