Hybrid Financial Analyst — Forecasting & Strategy

Public Consulting Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better.

The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and data organization.
• Ability to develop complex reports.
• Ability to build relationships across roles and levels.
• Detail-oriented with process improvement mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; report presentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Knowledge of planning and forecasting through spreadsheet modeling.
• Strong experience with Accounting and understanding of journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Completes various models including cost models to predict pricing and profitability of new business and existing operations
• Supports management in achieving business objectives and development of executive communications and presentations as required.
• Supports Senior Management Team and Departments heads with in-depth financial and strategic analysis.
• Analyzes current and historical financial trends/impact in all areas of revenue, expenses, capital expenditures and potential tactical acquisitions.
• Provides clear, thorough, and consistent analysis on market trends, program performance, competitive context, market opportunities, and potential risks.
• Monitors & develops key performance indicators including internal IRR calculations, Net Present Value (NPV), yield and margin analysis.
• Partners with department heads in reviewing and delivering monthly financial results in line with their agreed budgets, identifying areas needing corrective action and providing recommendations for action and other cost savings initiatives
• Contributes in the development of the annual financial plan and quarterly forecasting process including template development, input and presentation/recommendations to the Executive team
• Improves performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand ROI.
• Develops financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives
• Evaluates financial data and completes general ledger reviews and reconciliations.
• Assists with Month/Quarter/Year End Close process and reporting.
• Assessing and making recommendations to fix errors in data entry or reporting systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Complex reporting

Relationship building

Process improvement

Communication skills

Multitasking

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Forecasting

Accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Job description

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better.

The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe.