Sr. Financial Analyst (Hybrid/Remote)

Sr. Financial Analyst (Hybrid/Remote)

Our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact! We are hiring a Sr. Financial Analyst to work closely with the CFO in providing strategic financial insights to drive business performance and decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to build financial planning & analysis capabilities at a growing firm. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical background, exceptional technical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively.

Your role:

• Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analysis and modeling to support business decisions. Analyze financial and operational performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and provide ongoing forecasts. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and timely budget submissions.

• Revenue and Workload Projections: Develop and maintain revenue and workload projections to support business planning and resource allocation. Provide analysis and insights on potential financial impacts of business decisions.

• Variance Analysis: Perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual results and budgeted figures. Provide explanations and recommendations for corrective actions.

• Reporting: Prepare and present detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to leadership and other stakeholders. Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.

• KPI Development: Develop, monitor and recommend solutions to improve performance on key metrics, including client and project profitability, utilization, and other metrics that support strategic initiatives.

• Marketing and Sales Analysis: Analyze marketing and sales data to evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives and campaigns. Provide insights and recommendations to optimize revenue growth and customer acquisition strategies.

Your resume must include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Experience in the professional services industry is strongly preferred.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools, such as Excel and financial software. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.

• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret complex financial and operational data and provide actionable insights.

• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to leadership.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong working relationships.

• Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Starting Annual Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000. A variety of factors are considered when determining an offer including, but not limited to, market data, geographic location, experience, and specialized skills.

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, profit-sharing, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, paid leave, and more!

Get to Know VAA

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects, bulk commodity-handling facilities, and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution. VAA is one of the industry's leading firms, combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant, future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally:

https://vaaeng.com/careers/#careers-video

Why VAA?

• It's not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. Take advantage of charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations you're passionate about. At VAA, we're committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, and fun opportunities for friendly competition
• Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• An award-winning workplace, recognized by USA Today as a national 2024 Top Workplace USA and by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesota's Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024).

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An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

VAA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, public assistance status or any other status protected by applicable law.

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An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

VAA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, public assistance status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at hr@vaaeng.com - mailto:hr@vaaeng.com

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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Salary : $100,000 - $125,000