Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support finance operations for a leading organization in the agriculture industry in Loveland, Colorado. This long-term contract position will partner with regional, divisional, branch, and corporate teams to deliver insightful reporting, strengthen financial visibility, and help improve business performance.

Responsibilities

• Review daily margin activity, investigate variances, and coordinate with business partners to resolve issues before they escalate.
• Respond to questions from field and operational teams related to profit and loss results, product margins, cost drivers, freight, and supplier-related programs.
• Prepare and distribute dependable financial reports for regional, divisional, branch, and corporate stakeholders within required timelines.
• Deliver financial and business analysis that supports profitability goals, planning priorities, and leadership decision-making.
• Partner with managers across the organization to evaluate performance trends and identify practical ways to improve operational and financial outcomes.
• Support the development of budgets, forecasts, strategic plans, quarterly materials, and monthly business commentary.
• Participate in month-end close activities by working closely with business leadership and accounting teams to ensure accurate results.
• Collaborate across North American retail operations to uncover opportunities for stronger margins and increased profitability.
• Contribute to testing, data harmonization efforts, and analysis work connected to margin performance and broader finance initiatives.
• Stay current on industry practices and provide support for additional finance projects and assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, or business finance support.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend actions.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, reliable work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple levels of the business.
• Self-directed approach with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative working style.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and performance analysis is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.