What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Financial Analyst (Entry Level) position at V.P. of Finance?
Assistant Financial Analyst (Entry Level) - Crystal lake, IL
$50,000–$55,000 Annually – Plus full benefits
A career at our company is like a map full of opportunities to explore. We believe in helping early-career professionals build a strong foundation, gain hands-on experience, and grow with the support of a collaborative team. If you enjoy working with numbers and communicating insights to others, this role is a great place to start.
We are currently seeking an Assistant Financial Analyst (Entry Level) to join our finance team. This position is ideal for someone who is eager to learn.
In this role, you will support senior financial team members by analyzing data, preparing reports, and helping communicate financial information to internal teams and external partners. You’ll gain exposure to real-world financial decision-making while working closely with colleagues and clients across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with basic financial forecasting, reporting, and tracking key operational metrics
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
- Help prepare clear, easy-to-understand reports and summaries for management and clients
- Communicate financial information and insights to internal teams and external partners as needed
- Compare actual results against budgets and forecasts and help explain differences
- Maintain accurate financial records and databases by entering, verifying, and backing up data
- Support special projects and ad-hoc analysis alongside senior analysts
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field)
- Strong interest in working with numbers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain data clearly
- Comfortable working with Excel and other basic office tools (training provided)
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Positive attitude and desire to grow within a team-oriented environment
This role is perfect for someone looking to launch a career in financial analysis while also building valuable communication and client-interaction skills.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000