Financial Analyst

Strategic Staffing Solutions; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions in Salt Lake City is seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst to support forecasting, budgeting and data-driven decision making.

The role emphasizes hands-on financial modeling, data analysis, and collaboration with senior analysts. Ideal candidates are recent grads with Finance/Economics/Accounting degrees and strong Excel skills, plus interest in markets and investments.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or Business.
• Strong Excel skills; SQL/Python/Bloomberg considered a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data and market trends to support decisions.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Research investments, risk management, and financial strategies.
• Collaborate with senior analysts and stakeholders to derive insights.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Market enthusiasm

Education

Finance/Economics/Accounting degree

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Bloomberg

Financial modeling

Job description

As an Entry-Level Financial Analyst, you’ll gain hands-on experience in financial modeling, data analysis, and strategic decision-making.

What we are sseeking:

• A recent graduate (0-2 years experience) with a degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business
• Coursework is accepted as experience – most of what we need in this role you have covered in school projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (bonus points for experience with SQL, Python, or financial modeling)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Passionate about financial markets, banking, and investment strategies

Your responsibilities will include, among others:

• Analyzing financial data and market trends to support business decisions
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Conducting research on investments, risk management, and financial strategies
• Collaborating with senior analysts and stakeholders to drive business insights

Learning industry tools such as Excel, SQL, Bloomberg, or Python for data analysis