Financial Analyst II

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ViziRecruiter,LLC. in Springfield, Illinois, is looking for a Finance Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities. You will analyze business performance, prepare financial models, and communicate results to leadership.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field with 3–5 years of experience in finance. Strong analytical skills and proficiency with financial systems like Excel are essential. We value ability to manage multiple priorities and offer a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of finance, accounting, FP&A, or related experience.
• Proficiency with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate budgeting and planning activities with division leadership.
• Analyze budgets and key business drivers to identify risks.
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses and financial models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Problem-solving skills

Budgeting skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Tools

Excel

Financial systems and planning/reporting applications

Job description

Introduction

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future.

Overview

Supports financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis activities by partnering with division leadership to provide financial insights and decision support. Responsible for analyzing business performance, preparing financial models, and communicating results to leadership while driving process improvements and maintaining strong financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate budgeting and planning activities with division leadership and provide financial guidance.
• Analyze budgets, spending trends, and key business drivers to identify risks and opportunities.
• Serve as a liaison to leadership, presenting budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
• Develop and maintain allocation methodologies and cost drivers.
• Prepare cost-benefit analyses (CBAs) and financial models to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.
• Perform recurring and ad hoc financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
• Prepare or oversee monthly accruals and expense analyses.
• Ensure expenses are managed and paid in accordance with established controls and policies.
• Analyze business metrics, forecasts, and industry trends to provide actionable recommendations.
• Prepare and communicate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years of finance, accounting, FP&A, or related experience.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools, including Excel and planning/reporting applications.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.