Overview

Walsh is currently seeking a Business Analyst in Chicago, IL to provide support and analysis to the corporate finance and accounting team, particularly in the company’s equipment department.

Walsh is a rapidly growing, highly diversified construction company, and we constantly seek builders and business people to join our industry-leading team. Walsh employees are "built to succeed" - competitive entrepreneurs with strong character who are energized by working on a team to meet challenges and are willing to take risks after careful planning. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

• Challenging, complex projects
• Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward your success
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development

Responsibilities

• Assist with the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring transactions are accurate and in accordance with US GAAP
• Assist with the annual budget creation and monthly forecast updates
• Manage fixed asset capitalization process in conjunction with Finance Manager and Accounting Group
• Produce monthly reports detailing operational results for the Equipment Division in order to gain deeper understanding into KPI’s
• Assist with reporting on the fleet leasing and finance programs
• Assist with the implementation and management of the equipment holding company. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, tax compliance reporting, process improvement, and recurring financial performance reporting.
• Assist with the pending lease accounting standard update
• Provide ad hoc analysis reporting as needed

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a technical accounting role with exposure to FP&A
• Strong attention to detail with proven track record for driving process efficiencies and solving problems
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel with ability to learn new systems as needed. Power BI experience also preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and driving them to completion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The Walsh Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Maternity Leave Policy
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance

If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location’s COVID-19 related requirements, if any.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or hr@walshgroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability / Veteran