Lead Financial Analyst : 26-03103

Akraya; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a senior FP&A professional in Dayton, OH to lead a team of financial analysts and own forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling. This hybrid role focuses on delivering accurate insights and strategic analysis for senior leadership.

The position requires advanced FP&A skills, proven leadership, and the ability to mentor analysts while driving improvements in financial processes. Contract type is W2 for a 6-month engagement.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance.
• Proven leadership and ability to mentor a team of analysts.
• Expertise in developing and maintaining complex financial models.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of financial analysts and provide guidance.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models.
• Conduct variance analysis and explain deviations to stakeholders.
• Drive forecasting and budgeting processes with accuracy.
• Prepare insightful financial reports for management.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Variance Analysis

FP&A

Forecasting

Budgeting

Leadership

Mentoring

Job description

Job Description

Primary Skills: Financial Modeling (advanced), Variance Analysis (advanced), FP&A (advanced), Forecasting (advanced), Budgeting (advanced)
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Dayton, OH (Hybrid)
Pay Range: $70/hr - $80/hr

Job Summary

This role will lead a team of financial analysts, responsible for comprehensive financial modeling and in-depth variance analysis. You will drive the forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy and providing critical insights to stakeholders. The position requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of financial planning and analysis principles.

Must-Have Skills

• 5 - 8 Years Experience
• Supervise and mentor a team of analysts.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast.
• Prepare insightful financial reports for management.
• Drive improvements in financial processes.
• Proven leadership experience.
• Expertise in financial forecasting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Industry

Experience in corporate finance or a similar business operations environment is preferred.

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