Financial Analyst II - Strategic Forecasting & Analytics

Simmons Bank; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Bank is seeking a Financial Analyst to conduct research, analyze financial data, and prepare reports to support profitability and decision-making across business units.

The role covers budgeting, forecasting, trend analysis, pricing, and capital management. Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills are required to excel in this position, located in Little Rock, AR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of work-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts analysis as it applies to area of responsibility.
• Analyze and interpret financial data and prepare reports on current developments, policies, plans, market conditions and rates.
• Understands the whole financial function and the key business areas supported.
• Focus on complex components (Expenses, Revenue, Volumes) or complete results for a single line of business.
• Resolve escalated issues by conferring with staff.
• Provide financial, analytical, planning, and forecasting expertise for projects.
• Develop specialized analytical tools for ongoing use and rectify discrepancies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

BS/BA Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

MS Office

Financial Spreading Software

Job description

Simmons Bank is seeking a Financial Analyst to conduct research, analyze financial data, and prepare reports to support profitability and decision-making across business units.

The role covers budgeting, forecasting, trend analysis, pricing, and capital management. Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills are required to excel in this position, located in Little Rock, AR.