Jobs · Finance · North Carolina

Sr. Financial Analyst

Robert Half · Raleigh, NC · 1 wk ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Direct budgeting cycles and rolling forecasts by gathering inputs, refining assumptions, and producing reliable outlooks for leadership review.
  • Evaluate operating results, uncover meaningful trends, and present recommendations that support revenue growth, cost control, and stronger performance.
  • Create recurring management reports that highlight key metrics, explain variances, and provide clear financial context for decision-makers.
  • Build and enhance financial models used for long-term planning, investment evaluation, and business case development.
  • Collaborate with department leaders to assess performance drivers, align financial expectations, and improve accountability across teams.
  • Assist with close-period analysis through accrual validation, review of financial activity, and timely preparation of supporting reports.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of profitability, spending, cash flow, and revenue patterns to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Strengthen reporting processes by improving accuracy, streamlining workflows, and maintaining dependable financial data across systems.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives such as long-range planning, board-level materials, special analyses, and implementation-related projects as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • At least 5 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, public accounting, or a comparable environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of financial statements, budgeting practices, forecasting methods, and scenario-based modeling.
  • Advanced Excel capabilities, including complex formulas, PivotTables, and development of robust financial models.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with close attention to detail and sound organizational skills.
  • Clear communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities in a fast-paced business setting.
  • Experience with data analysis tools or ERP/reporting platforms such as NetSuite, Power BI, or Tableau is a plus.

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