Financial Analyst, Alternative Investments (Hybrid)

Eightelevengroup; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eightelevengroup in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our growing Alternatives Investments team. You will support financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and reports, collaborating with senior leadership to drive strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes hands-on modeling in Excel, data analysis of large datasets, and clear communication of insights. Hybrid work and exposure to investment operations are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Experience in financial analysis, FP&A or related analytical role preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel with advanced functions (SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, pivots).
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build and maintain financial models for investments and decisions.
• Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Excellent communication skills for senior leadership presentations.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable translating data into actionable insights.
• Interest in alternative investments and investment operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the VP of Alternative Investments Operations with financial analysis, reporting, and operational initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate investments, pricing, performance, and business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including data gathering, trend analysis, and variance identification.
• Conduct pricing analysis and provide financial insights to support investment and operational decisions.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and maintain recurring financial reports, dashboards, and analysis for leadership.
• Work with large datasets in Excel to organize, validate, analyze, and summarize information.
• Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to gather financial information and ensure data accuracy.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to the VP and upper management.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as the team grows.
• Help improve and streamline financial processes, reporting, and analytical tools as the organization evolves.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical mindset

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Independence & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Power BI

Pivot tables

SUMIFS / XLOOKUP

Job description

Eightelevengroup in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Financial Analyst to join our growing Alternatives Investments team. You will support financial analysis, modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and reports, collaborating with senior leadership to drive strategic decisions.

The role emphasizes hands-on modeling in Excel, data analysis of large datasets, and clear communication of insights. Hybrid work and exposure to investment operations are offered.