Financial Analyst

Aston Carter; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Financial Analyst to analyze financial data, prepare budgets and forecasts, and support month-end close activities. The role partners with the VP of FP&A in a hybrid Jacksonville, FL setting.

Qualified candidates will have 5–7 years FP&A experience, a finance-related BS, and strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with on-site and remote elements depending on needs.

Qualifications

• BS degree required.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in an FP&A role.
• Understanding of indirect cash flow, reconciliations, and balance sheet reporting.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and communicating financial data to non-financial leaders.
• Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data and performance.
• Prepare reports and projections based on financial analyses.
• Prepare annual budget and periodic forecasts for assigned business support areas.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for entities and programs.
• Assist with the preparation of balance sheet, cash flow, and capex budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate with other finance team members to perform month-end close duties, including variance analysis and related reporting with relevant commentary.
• Provide general financial support for assigned business units.
• Support the accounting team as needed for audit activities, reporting, and special projects.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Accounting

Reconciliation

Data mining/mapping

Financial planning and analysis

Aggregate testing

Data aggregation

Modeling

Data mapping

Education

BS degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field

Job description

*Candidates must sit in the Northeast Florida market, as this is a remote with restrictions role, as the candidate may need to go on-site every now and then*

Job Title: Financial Analyst

We are seeking a talented Financial Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will analyze current and past financial data and performance, prepare reports and projections, and assist with the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. You will also coordinate with other finance team members to perform month-end close duties, including variance analysis and reporting. Additionally, you will provide financial support for assigned business units and assist the accounting team with audit activities, reporting, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data and performance.
• Prepare reports and projections based on financial analyses.
• Prepare annual budget and periodic forecasts for assigned business support areas.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for entities and programs.
• Assist with the preparation of balance sheet, cash flow, and capex budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate with other finance team members to perform month-end close duties, including variance analysis and related reporting with relevant commentary.
• Provide general financial support for assigned business units.
• Support the accounting team as needed for audit activities, reporting, and special projects.

Essential Skills

• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial analysis
• Data analysis
• Accounting
• Reconciliation
• Data mining/mapping
• Financial planning and analysis
• Aggregate testing
• Data aggregation
• Modeling
• Data mapping

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a FP&A role.
• Understanding of indirect cash flow, reconciliations, and balance sheet reporting.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and communicating financial data to non-financial leaders.
• Strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Work Environment

• This position offers a hybrid work environment, working directly with the VP of FP&A. We provide great benefits and PTO if the role transitions to a permanent position. Join a great company with room to grow and the opportunity to work remotely.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $38.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Jacksonville,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 8, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.