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Financial Analyst (M&S Client opportunity)

  • On-site
    • Kankakee, Illinois, United States
  • $65,000 - $70,000 per year

Job description

THIS POSTING IS ON BEHALF OF A CLIENT. THIS ROLE IS NOT AN INTERNAL M&S OPPORTUNITY.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and self-directed Financial Analyst with Controller responsibilities to join our Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and support both strategic decision-making and day-to-day financial management.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

  • Identify and explain key variances between actual performance, budget projections, and forecasted results

  • Create financial models and dashboards to support business decision-making

  • Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting for leadership and department heads

Accounting & Internal Controls

  • Support and oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries

  • Lead month-end and year-end closing processes

  • Design and implement internal controls to identify and address issues related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory

  • Monitor and improve financial controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

  • Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations

  • Learn and perform common accounting tasks across AP and AR functions to serve as backup when needed

Operational & Strategic Support

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational and financial performance initiatives

  • Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes across departments

  • Analyze operational KPIs and recommend actions to improve efficiency and profitability

  • Serve as a finance partner to leadership by providing insights and recommendations

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

  • 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, accounting, or related role

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, etc.)

  • Experience with ERP systems is preferred

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

  • High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

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