Financial Analyst

Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 88,333; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit Sharing Retirement Fund

Paid parental leave

Vacation days

Job summary

Boston Consulting Group in Atlanta is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support expense audit and investigations. You will analyze travel and expense data, automate reviews, and communicate findings to leadership.

The role involves collaboration with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams across the US and Canada, and a strong emphasis on policy compliance. Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years in analysis or audit, proficiency with BI tools, and a mindset for process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant business field with 1–2 years of analysis, reporting, or audit experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Business Objects or similar data query tools.
• Experience with Alteryx or similar data analysis tools.
• Experience with Tableau or similar data visualization tools.
• Experience with Power Automate and Power Apps, and other automation tools.
• Familiar with AI process enablement.
• Note: Senior Financial Analyst title/compensation may be explored for right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain data-driven products and workflows to automate and scale the review of $500m in annual T&E spend.
• Perform routine analytics to identify trends, risks, anomalies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct forensic-style analyses on employee T&E investigations.
• Strengthen controls across centralized programs and monitor processes to mitigate risk.
• Flag exceptions per BCG policies and propose alternative actions.
• Translate analyses into clear communications (slides, dashboards, emails) for stakeholders.
• Prepare time-sensitive ad-hoc requests requiring cross-functional collaboration.
• Foster teamwork to meet target deadlines.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Data storytelling

Analytical thinking

Forensic analytics

Communication of data

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Business Objects

Alteryx

Tableau

Power Automate

Power Apps

Job description

Who We Are

This position supports BCG North America’s Expense Audit & Investigations team, with a focus on maintaining robust processes and controls across employee-submitted expenses and centrally-booked air travel and rideshare charges. As part of this team, you will partner closely with Finance Leadership and cross-functional teams across the US and Canada to deliver accurate, actionable reporting and analytics on employee travel and expense activity. Leveraging a strong understanding of BCG policies and underlying data, you will identify trends, surface risks, and provide insights that inform decision‑making. As needed, you’ll also support employee investigations and deep‑dives.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, enhance, and maintain data‑driven products and workflows to automate and scale the review of $500m in annual T&E spend
• Perform routine, detailed analytics to identify trends, risks, anomalies, and opportunities for improved controls and cost efficiency
• Conduct targeted, forensic style analyses on employee T&E investigations with high-level proficiency
• Strengthen controls and monitor processes across centralized programs to mitigate risk and improve compliance
• Understand BCG’s policies and procedures to flag exceptions and recommend alternative actions
• Translate analyses into clear, structured communication (e.g., slides, dashboard, and concise email summaries) to effectively inform stakeholders
• Prepare time-sensitive ad‑hoc requests which may require collaboration across functions
• Promote cooperation and foster teamwork to accomplish target deadlines

Key Competencies

• Dynamic and self‑starting
• Experience in process improvement and efficiency
• Solid analytical ability with strong attention to detail
• Ability to translate and present data meaningfully
• Customer service‑oriented behavior
• Successful performance in a fast‑paced, intellectually intense environment
• Engages constructively with feedback
• Respect all BCG information as personal and confidential

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (or relevant business field), with 1-2 years of relevant work experience with analysis, reporting, and/or audit
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Business Objects or similar data query tool experience
• Alteryx or similar data analysis tool experience
• Tableau or similar data visualization tool experience
• Proficient in Power Automate, Power Apps, and other automation tools
• Familiar with AI process enablement
• Please note that for the right candidate, we are willing to explore a Senior Financial Analyst title and compensation, instead of Financial Analyst

Additional Info

At BCG, our people and relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that in‑person work is essential to our culture, mentorship, and professional development. That is why we operate on a hybrid model, with the expectation that team members will be in the office 3 to 5 days per week. This role is designed for those who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is not intended for remote or virtual work.

Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, contributions to BCG’s Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund (PSRF), and a market‑leading benefits package described below.

We expect total annualized compensation for Atlanta‑based employees to be approximately the following:

• Base salary between $71,000–$88,333 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level
• Annual discretionary performance bonus between 0–12%
• 5% Profit Sharing Retirement Fund (PSRF) contribution, increasing to 10% after two years of service. Contributions are vested immediately and there is no waiting period
• First year annualized target total compensation: $75,260–$93,632 (USD)

At BCG, we are committed to offering a comprehensive benefit program that includes everything our employees and their families need to be well and live life to the fullest. We pay the full cost of medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees – and their eligible family members.

All Of Our Plans Provide Best In Class Coverage

• Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children
• Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs
• Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits
• Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually
• Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities
• Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan
• Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)
• Paid sick time on an as‑needed basis
• Employees, spouses, and children are covered at no cost. Employees share in the cost of domestic partner coverage

Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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