Financial Business Analyst: Budgeting & Forecasting Expert

Seneca Resources; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Resources in New York seeks an experienced financial professional to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. You will analyze financial data, prepare variance analyses, and maintain rolling models in Excel.

The role involves collaboration with Finance, Procurement, IT and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timely reporting. Strong Excel, Power BI and PeopleSoft proficiency are preferred, with 4–6 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in business/finance or related field.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in business/financial analysis, budgeting, accounting or related areas.
• Hands‑on budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Experience with financial analysis, reconciliations and budget variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience maintaining rolling financial models.
• Experience forecasting expenses and tracking actuals against budgets.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts and monthly financial processes.
• Ability to manage detail‑oriented, high‑volume work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with Finance, Procurement, IT and other stakeholders.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Budgeting

Forecasting

Finance / Accounting

IT Contract Management

PeopleSoft

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related discipline

Tools

Power BI

PeopleSoft

Beeline or other VMS

Job description

Seneca Resources in New York seeks an experienced financial professional to support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close. You will analyze financial data, prepare variance analyses, and maintain rolling models in Excel.

The role involves collaboration with Finance, Procurement, IT and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and timely reporting. Strong Excel, Power BI and PeopleSoft proficiency are preferred, with 4–6 years of related experience.