Financial Analyst or Manager

Healthier Mississippi People; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People in the United States is 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.

This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership, contributing to strategic planning and business cases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of financial analysis experience.
• High proficiency in Excel with advanced formulas and pivot tables.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex financial models in Excel
• Support 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 modeling

Budgeting & forecasting

Variance analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Hyperion

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.

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