Financial Analyst

Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Paid parental leave

Sick and vacation time

Job summary

Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Financial Analyst to build models, perform valuations, and support client engagements. The role offers exposure to middle‑market valuations, advisory work, and collaboration with experienced professionals in a growing, employee‑owned firm. Travel ~10% and CFA/ASA pursuit encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 1–2 years of accounting or corporate finance experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel ~10% as needed.
• U.S. citizenship or green card without visa sponsorship requirements.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models and valuation analyses using DCF and comps.
• Prepare client reports, analyses, and presentations.
• Collaborate with senior advisors, business owners, and CFOs on engagements.
• Support valuations for financial reporting, ESOPs, and corporate transactions.
• Manage deadlines while coordinating with the team.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analyses

Client advisory

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Financial Analyst

Prairie Capital Advisors | Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: $72,800–$83,200

Start Your Finance Career with Purpose

Looking to build your financial analysis skills and take the next step in your career? Prairie Capital Advisors is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst to join our Columbus team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance or accounting professional to gain hands‑on experience in financial modeling, business valuation, and client advisory work while learning from experienced industry professionals.

As an employee‑owned advisory firm, Prairie Capital Advisors helps middle‑market businesses navigate valuations, investment banking, and ownership transitions. You'll work on projects across a variety of industries, contribute to meaningful client engagements, and develop skills that can support long‑term career growth.

What You'll Do

• Build financial models and perform valuation analyses using discounted cash flow and comparable company methods.

• Prepare client reports, financial analyses, and presentations.

• Work with senior advisors, business owners, and CFOs throughout client engagements.

• Support valuations related to financial reporting, ESOPs, and corporate transactions.

• Manage project deadlines while collaborating with a knowledgeable, supportive team.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.

• One to two years of accounting or corporate finance experience preferred.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow‑through.

• Interest in pursuing the CFA or ASA designation.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10% as needed.

• U.S. citizenship or green card authorization without current or future visa sponsorship requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

Total compensation of $72,800–$83,200, plus a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, generous sick and vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Why Join Prairie Capital Advisors?

If you have a foundation in finance or accounting, enjoy analytical work, and want to develop specialized valuation expertise in a collaborative environment, we'd like to hear from you.Join Prairie Capital Advisors and build the skills, experience, and professional relationships to support your next career milestone.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prairie Capital Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration, and employment decisions will be based on job‑related factors.

E-Verify

Prairie Capital Advisors participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program to confirm employment authorization for newly hired employees and most existing employees. For new hires, E-Verify is completed in conjunction with Form I-9 on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used to prescreen candidates. For more information, visit www.uscis.gov and select E-Verify.

Pay Range

USD $72,800.00 - USD $83,200.00 /Yr.