Financial Analyst

Description

Summary: The Financial Analyst supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to guide operational decisions, improve profitability, and control costs. Highlights: 1. Compiles and analyzes financial data to develop actionable insights 2. Partners with cross-functional teams to build models and assess risks 3. Emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and clear communication of findings JOB CODE LTM2034 Financial Analyst MANAGEMENT LEVEL 8 Professional / Supervisory DISCIPLINE REPORTS TO FSLA CLASSIFICATION Salary The Financial Analyst supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to guide operational decisions. This role compiles and analyzes financial data, prepares variance analyses, and develops insights that improve profitability and cost control. The Analyst partners with cross\-functional teams to build models, assess risks, and monitor key metrics. Deliverables include monthly reports, executive\-ready summaries, and scenario analyses that inform planning cycles. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and clear communication of findings to stakeholders. **LTM2034 \- Financial Analyst** **Overview** The Financial Analyst supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to guide operational decisions. This role compiles and analyzes financial data, prepares variance analyses, and develops insights that improve profitability and cost control. The Analyst partners with cross\-functional teams to build models, assess risks, and monitor key metrics. Deliverables include monthly reports, executive\-ready summaries, and scenario analyses that inform planning cycles. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and clear communication of findings to stakeholders. **Essential Job Skills/Duties** * Prepare monthly budget and forecast updates. * Analyze variances and drivers of performance. * Build financial models for scenarios. * Deliver dashboards and executive summaries. * Support annual planning and budgeting cycles. * Collaborate with operations on cost initiatives. **Required Technical Skills** * Advanced Excel modeling and analysis. * Proficiency with financial reporting systems. * Strong data validation and reconciliation skills. * Knowledge of GAAP and financial statements. * Experience with KPI dashboard development. * Scenario and sensitivity analysis expertise. **Required Soft/Leadership Skills** * Clear, concise financial communication. * Stakeholder partnership and influence. * Structured problem solving and prioritization. * High attention to detail and accuracy. * Deadline ownership and accountability. **Required Education \& Experience** * Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting. * Two to four years analytical experience. * Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting. * Cross\-functional collaboration experience. **Preferred Education \& Experience** * Master's degree or MBA in finance. * Experience in enterprise planning tools. * Industry benchmarking and cost analysis experience. **Supervisory Responsibilities** * May guide analysts on deliverables. * Lead small projects and workstreams. **Travel Requirements** * Travels: Occasional for meetings or planning. * % of Time: Up to 10 percent. * Overnight Travel: Rare, business need dependent. **Physical Demands \& Working Conditions** * Stationary Position: Frequently * Vision: 20/20 corrected vision * Hearing: Receive detailed information if spoken to remote colleagues. This position use headset