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Elite Placement Group

Financial Analyst

Elite Placement Group, Shelton, Connecticut, us, 06484


Financial Analyst

Shelton, CT (Hybrid)

$90,000 - $110,000

We are looking for a

Financial Analyst

to join our client's team, supporting our Financial Services function through robust financial planning and analysis. This role is ideal for an accountant seeking to transition into FP&A, leveraging an accounting foundation with experience in cloud-based ERP systems. This addition to staff will play a key role in supporting decision-makers by providing actionable insights, maintaining financial data accuracy, and driving financial health through detailed analysis.

Key Responsibilities: Budgeting & Forecasting:

Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. Performance Monitoring:

Track and analyze actual financial performance against budgets, identifying variances and collaborating with business partners to document variance drivers. Trend Analysis:

Provide finance leadership with detailed trend analysis, delivering insights to inform strategic decision-making. System Management:

Oversee the financial planning system (Prophix) and maintain financial master data within the ERP system and related systems. Investment Analysis:

Evaluate CapEx and major investment opportunities, ensuring they align with the company's long-term financial goals. Executive Reporting:

Prepare presentations for the executive team, ownership partners, and the management committee. Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration; advanced degree a plus. 3-5 years in a relevant financial or accounting role. Prior experience with cloud-based ERP and financial planning software. Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with all organizational levels and ownership partners. Preferred Experience:

Background in the energy industry is a plus.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious financial professional to advance in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while supporting critical financial initiatives.