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Senior Financial Analyst

  • Location: Minneapolis, MN
  • Project Type: Banking Operations

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: On-site | Minneapolis, MN, USA

Duration: 6 months

Our client, a leading financial institution in Minneapolis, MN, USA, is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to be responsible for the ongoing and monthly financial review of business line results. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with top banking clients.

Typical Day in role:

Financial Reporting

Responsible for the ongoing and monthly financial review of business line results. Includes identifying abnormal income statement items, determining causes of variances, and working with other Finance personnel to investigate the underlying business practices driving financial results, and to identify risks and opportunities regarding achievements of budgeted results.

Financial Analysis

Acts as a consultant to senior management and helps them understand key business drivers and the financial performance of the business. Provides in-depth ad hoc analyses on a variety of complex financial issues and business opportunities. This includes determining the appropriate analytical methodologies, providing executive summaries of the results, presenting alternative solutions, and making recommendations to assist in managerial decision-making. The analyses may involve, but are not limited to, the interpretation of market data and analysis of industry and competitive data.    

Project Management

Leverages senior management time by managing projects to identify and implement changes to current business practices. Identifies affected parties; organizes, prepares agendas for, and runs meetings to develop consensus solutions; develops and monitors action plans to ensure project assignments are completed promptly. Ensures project proposals receive appropriate approvals, uses analysis to adjust ongoing earnings expectations, and monitors projects for successful implementation.

Must-Have Skills:

  • At least 5 years of financial experience within the same or similar role
  • Strong proficiency with Excel
  • Financial modelling experience 

Nice-To-Have Skills:

  • Sales Force
  • Smart view (Oracle program)

Soft Skills Required:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Multi-tasking, prioritization with a sense of urgency

Education:

  • Highest education

Finance professional is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. We advocate for you and welcome anyone regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.