Junior Financial Analyst

Job Description

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Financial Analyst to support the Finance team with financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and business insights. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data, identify trends, and help support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and Excel skills, a solid understanding of financial concepts, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Support the preparation of financial reports, analyses, and presentations.

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• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

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• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities.

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• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages and supporting schedules.

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• Assist with month-end reporting and variance analysis.

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• Maintain and update financial models, forecasts, and reporting tools.

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• Track key financial and business performance metrics.

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• Partner with accounting and cross-functional teams to gather and validate financial data.

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• Research and explain variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts.

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• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects.

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• Support the preparation of management presentations and business reviews.

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• Ensure financial data is accurate, complete, and properly documented.

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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.

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• 0–2 years of relevant financial analysis, finance, accounting, or internship experience.

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and basic financial modeling.

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• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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• Ability to analyze large amounts of data and communicate findings clearly.

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• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting.

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• Familiarity with financial modeling and variance analysis.

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• Experience with ERP, financial planning, or reporting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Workday Adaptive, or similar platforms.

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• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial statements.

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• Strong interest in developing a career in corporate finance or FP&A.

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