Financial Analyst

Leeds Professional Resources; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources in Miami seeks a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to support planning, reporting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making. You will work with leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze performance, prepare reports, and develop financial models that inform business choices.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, strong Excel skills, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis or FP&A.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel with modeling and pivot tables.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial results, KPIs, and business performance.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.
• Investigate variances and provide actionable insights.
• Assist with budgeting and long-term financial planning.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and other metrics.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, sales, and other departments.
• Improve financial reporting processes and tools.
• Maintain data accuracy and clear presentation of financial information.

Skills

Excel

Financial modeling

Pivot tables

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and business decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights.

The Financial Analyst will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze financial performance, identify trends and opportunities, prepare reports and forecasts, and support strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial results, business performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management presentations.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.
• Investigate variances between actual results, budgets, and forecasts and provide actionable insights.
• Assist with the annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and other financial metrics.
• Support business leaders with financial analysis for strategic and operational decisions.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports as requested by management.
• Collaborate with accounting, operations, sales, and other departments to ensure accurate financial information.
• Improve financial reporting processes, models, and analytical tools.
• Maintain data accuracy and ensure financial information is presented clearly and consistently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.