What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Southwest Accounting Resources, Inc?
Financial Analyst - Strategic Decision Support & Financial Reporting
Hybrid schedule, in Phoenix, AZ.
Drive Strategic Financial Decisions Through Expert Analysis
Are you ready to be at the forefront of financial decision-making? As a Financial Analyst you'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategic business decisions through comprehensive financial analysis and financial reporting. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact organizational success by providing critical insights that guide executive leadership and performance optimization.
What You'll Do
Strategic Decision Support:
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Education & Experience:
Hybrid schedule, in Phoenix, AZ.
Drive Strategic Financial Decisions Through Expert Analysis
Are you ready to be at the forefront of financial decision-making? As a Financial Analyst you'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategic business decisions through comprehensive financial analysis and financial reporting. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact organizational success by providing critical insights that guide executive leadership and performance optimization.
What You'll Do
Strategic Decision Support:
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis and forecasting to inform high-level strategic decisions
- Develop sophisticated financial models and perform scenario analysis for investment evaluations
- Provide data-driven recommendations on investment opportunities and cost control strategies
- Support the CFO with critical financial modeling and strategic planning initiatives
- Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics and KPIs to assess organizational health
- Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and executive presentations
- Assist budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring strategic alignment with organizational objectives
- Conduct detailed variance analysis, providing clear explanations for performance discrepancies
- Assist in financial statement preparation while ensuring compliance with accounting standards
- Create compelling presentations that translate complex financial data into actionable insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with departments across the organization to gather financial intelligence and support key projects
- Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices to provide informed strategic guidance
- Collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic corporate environment
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (required)
- Master's degree or professional certification (CFA, CPA) preferred
- Minimum 3 years of Financial Analysis experience
- Proven track record as a Financial Analyst or similar role in corporate finance
- Must have experience with Power BI Dashboards
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques
- Expert-level skills in financial reporting package and Excel
- Experience with ERP systems strongly preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with exceptional attention to detail
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- Ability to convey complex financial information clearly to executive audiences
- Collaborative mindset with proven ability to work effectively across departments
- Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic business environments
For immediate consideration email your resume to Thyra at thyra@southewestaccountingresources.com