Junior Financial Analyst (Financial Analyst I)

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and driven Junior Financial Data Analyst to join our finance team with a focus on pricing, accounting, and ad hoc financial projects. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to build hands-on experience in corporate finance, pricing strategy, and data analysis. You will work closely with experienced team members and leadership to support key business functions such as budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial models, forecasts, and reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze and interpret financial data to uncover trends and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to ERP and FP&A-related activities under guidance.
• Create and present financial performance reports for internal stakeholders including management and department heads.
• Compile and analyze pricing, budgeting, and forecast data across teams.
• Aid in developing annual budgets and long-term financial plans.
• Conduct cost structure analysis and provide input into pricing strategy and margin optimization.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial data in systems and databases.
• Ensure data integrity through periodic audits and reconciliations.
• Support general accounting and transaction validations, ensuring compliance with internal processes.
• Perform variance analysis comparing actuals to budgets and forecasts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with operations and business teams on expense management strategies.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and modeling as requested by finance leadership.
• Afford assistance with department-wide or company-wide projects addressing business challenges or strategic goals.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas).
• Familiar with SQL; comfortable querying relational databases is a plus.
• Exposure to ERP systems, financial reporting tools, or Power BI is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive learning mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clear direction and routine feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
• 0–1 years of professional experience (internships or relevant coursework acceptable).

Benefits

Pay Range: $62,306 - $93,123
A comprehensive benefits package is available for full-time regular employees and includes Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account Options, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pre-paid Legal Insurance, Parking and Transit FSA accounts, 401K, ROTH 401K, and paid time off.