Financial Analyst or Manager

Healthier Mississippi People; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a Financial Analyst with advanced Excel skills to support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling and decision making. The role delivers critical insights to drive organizational performance.

You will build and maintain complex financial models, lead variance analysis, prepare reports for senior leadership, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field.
• 3+ years of financial analysis experience.
• Proficiency in Excel with complex modeling.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models in Excel
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and scenario modeling
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for senior leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and support business initiatives
• Provide financial input for strategic planning and business cases
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting
• Assist with process improvements and automation of recurring analyses

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial Analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

Problem Solving

Education

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

Tools

Hyperion

Adaptive Insights

Planful

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Analyst with advanced Excel expertise to support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business decision-making. This role will deliver critical financial analysis and insights to drive organizational performance.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Analyst with advanced Excel expertise to support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business decision-making. This role will deliver critical financial analysis and insights to drive organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models in Excel
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, including variance analysis and scenario modeling
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards for senior leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and support business initiatives
• Provide financial input for strategic planning and business cases
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting
• Assist with process improvements and automation of recurring analyses

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• 3+ years of financial analysis experience
• High proficiency in Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Solid understanding of financial statements and corporate finance principles
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with financial planning & analysis software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Planful)
• Power BI or other data visualization tools
• SQL or database reporting skills
• CPA or CFA designation