The primary role of the Financial Analyst is supporting the Accounting and Finance teams through payroll analysis, financial planning and budgeting, and financial and operational analysis. This person will maintain existing forecasting/budgeting/reporting models and reports and help develop additional capabilities. The Financial Analyst will also handle many ad hoc and standard report requests from all areas of the company. The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing data driven insights and actionable information to the organization. A successful candidate must possess strong analytical skills, be proficient with using large amounts of data, and know how to create and troubleshoot reporting. They must demonstrate critical thinking and sound judgement. The candidate must work well in a team setting and independently with a focus on deadlines with excellent service. A flexible mindset to tackle any request or need is important. Candidates with a strong interest to grow and learn professionally will excel in this position. The role will support and interact with various departments.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support decision making through analytics while utilizing large data sets from various databases.
• Analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Creating and reporting financial KPIs and assisting with preparing financial reports.
• Assisting with budgeting/forecasting, monthly close, and payroll analytics processes.
• Allocate payroll expenses across multiple locations and departments to facilitate cost tracking and budgeting.
• Track and build payroll budgets based on historical data, seasonal trends and business needs.
• Reconcile payroll accruals and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to streamline payroll processes and improve efficiency.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis related to payroll expenses for management review.
• Work cross functionally with department team members to provide financial support and advance key company projects and initiatives.
• Assist in financial forecasting and planning activities to support strategic decision-making.
• Support preparation of concise executive presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and other tools.
• Promote the values of the company.
• Maintain a high level of motivation and morale.

Educational Requirement & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Math, Accounting, Economics or similar preferred
• 2 years of progressive financial analyst or FP&A experience (budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, financial modeling)
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data accurately
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience managing large datasets.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates must possess a high level of integrity and confidentiality
• Candidates must have experience with payroll related data and/or a working knowledge of payroll processes, including but not limited to payroll taxes, payroll liabilities and related area.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• The ability to work independently and in a group setting, high integrity, reasoned and thoughtful judgment, a sense of urgency and analytical and intuitive skills. Ability to think creatively.