Analyst

About the role

A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago has created a new Financial Planning and Analysis position. The role offers perks including competitive pay above top competitors, higher bonus structures, work‑from‑home flexibility, fast‑track career growth opportunities due to rapid expansion through acquisitions, and additional benefits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building a best‑in‑class FP&A and Reporting process by developing, standardizing, maintaining and driving continuous improvement of all financial tools and planning processes
• Develop deep understanding of the underlying operations and drivers for the budgets
• Assist in the annual budgeting process including guidelines, systems and tools, change tracking and review and approval
• Collaborate with the team regarding system enhancements, and maintenance of Adaptive Insights/Workday, the company's budgeting & forecasting tool
• Maintain executive leadership reporting
• Support Management Accounting team for reporting needs
• Track financial results that will deliver insight and recommendations to executive leadership for strategic and operational planning decisions
• Contribute to the consolidation and analysis of management reporting results, monthly forecasts, and quarterly updates for senior leadership
• Collaborate internally with other departments to strategize, troubleshoot issues, and support any needs they may have

Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills including the ability to identify issues and potential solutions proactively
• Self‑starter who takes initiative and ownership over processes and is resourceful
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Energetic with team player mentality and process improvement oriented
• 5 years’ experience
• Proficiency with MS Office is required

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

Pay

The salary range for this position is $75,000–$95,000, with pay rates above what top competitors offer and higher bonus structures.