Corporate Financial Analyst

Public-Consulting-Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Consulting Group is seeking a financial analyst to support strategic decision making, forecasting, and monthly financial reporting. The role emphasizes building complex models, delivering clear executive-level analyses, and partnering with department heads on performance improvements.

The candidate should have strong Excel skills, experience in planning and forecasting, and the ability to communicate findings effectively in a hybrid work environment in the Boston area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
• 3+ years financial analysis or accounting experience.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Create models to predict pricing and profitability for new and existing operations.
• Support management with financial analysis and executive communications.
• Analyze historical financial trends across revenue, expenses, capex and acquisitions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial reporting

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Spreadsheet modeling

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com .Duties and ResponsibilitiesCompletes various models including cost models to predict pricing and profitability of new business and existing operationsSupports management in achieving business objectives and development of executive communications and presentations as required.Supports Senior Management Team and Departments heads with in-depth financial and strategic analysis.Analyzes current and historical financial trends/impact in all areas of revenue, expenses, capital expenditures and potential tactical acquisitions.Provides clear, thorough, and consistent analysis on market trends, program performance, competitive context, market opportunities, and potential risks.Monitors & develops key performance indicators including internal IRR calculations, Net Present Value (NPV), yield and margin analysis.Partners with department heads in reviewing and delivering monthly financial results in line with their agreed budgets, identifying areas needing corrective action and providing recommendations for action and other cost savings initiativesContributes in the development of the annual financial plan and quarterly forecasting process including template development, input and presentation/recommendations to the Executive teamImproves performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand ROI.Develops financial models and analyses to support strategic initiativesEvaluates financial data and completes general ledger reviews and reconciliations.Assists with Month/Quarter/Year End Close process and reporting.Assessing and making recommendations to fix errors in data entry or reporting systems.Required SkillsStrong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze and organize data.Ability to develop complex reports.Ability to form and develop relationships with a wide variety of functional roles and organizational levels.Detailed and process improvement oriented.Ability to work well in an evolving environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to compose and present reports, findings and presentationsAbility to manage multiple priorities and ensuring timely delivery to senior managementStrong experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and WordKnowledge of planning and forecasting through spreadsheet modelingStrong experience with Accounting, including the understanding of journal entries and their impact on financial reportingQualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred3+ years financial analysis or accounting experienceWorking ConditionsHybridThe above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.Compensation:Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave.Range: $65,100 - $80,000PCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.EEO Statement:Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.