Operational Finance Analyst – Entry-Level

Cec Companies; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Companies in El Paso seeks an Operational Finance Analyst to support the financial health of the organization by conducting analyses, providing insights, and improving operational efficiency. This role collaborates across departments to align financial processes with strategic goals.

You will perform cost-benefit and variance analyses, help develop budgets, produce forecasts, and deliver regular reports to stakeholders, translating complex numbers into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in financial analysis, operational finance, or related roles.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analyses to support decision-making, such as cost-benefit analysis, variance analysis, and scenario modeling.
• Provide insights into key financial metrics and trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for operational improvement and cost optimization.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to drive efficiency.
• Assist in the development, monitoring, and analysis of budgets.
• Track budget versus actual performance and provide explanations for variances.
• Support the creation of accurate and timely financial forecasts.
• Work with stakeholders to gather relevant data for forecasting purposes.
• Generate regular and ad-hoc financial reports for internal use.
• Ensure reports comply with accounting standards and present information in a clear and actionable format.
• Maintain and analyze financial data from various sources.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
• Work closely with departments such as operations, procurement, and sales to understand their financial needs and challenges.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making within various teams.
• Analyze costs associated with products, services, or projects.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of internal financial controls.
• Communicate complex financial information in a clear and understandable manner.

Skills

Strong analytical and quantitative

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

CEC Companies in El Paso seeks an Operational Finance Analyst to support the financial health of the organization by conducting analyses, providing insights, and improving operational efficiency. This role collaborates across departments to align financial processes with strategic goals.

You will perform cost-benefit and variance analyses, help develop budgets, produce forecasts, and deliver regular reports to stakeholders, translating complex numbers into actionable recommendations.