Senior Financial Analyst

CBIZ; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services advisory firm in Cleveland is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst responsible for analyzing financial data and supporting business planning. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience, expertise in financial modeling, and strong analytical skills. This role involves interaction with senior management, making it crucial for effective decision making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Certifications required (e.g., CPA, CA).
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial results and provide insights for decision making.
• Design and communicate meaningful reporting and commentary.
• Assist in preparing schedules for CFO activities and SEC reporting.
• Identify and manage financial and operational process improvements.
• Prepare monthly management narratives on financial results.

Skills

Analytical skills

Statistical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics or related field

Tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst – CBIZ, Inc.

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward‑thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what’s next and discover new ways to accelerate growth.

Role Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for executing analysis activities required for the business and strategic planning of the company, supporting business units, executives, and other cross‑functional departments. This position is a primary source of financial information, analysis of operating results, identification of trends, and explanation of variances from forecast or operating plan.

Essential Functions

• Analyze financial results and provide insights to aid decision making at senior management and board level.
• Design, generate, and communicate meaningful reporting and interpretive commentary, including financial metrics and operating key performance indicators.
• Play a central role in forecasting and annual planning processes for the entire business.
• Develop and maintain models to support capital decisions, acquisitions, or other strategic and operational choices.
• Assist in preparing schedules to support CFO activities, external SEC quarterly reporting, and key complex reserves related to periodic close process.
• Own the company’s financial decision support tools, including budgeting/forecasting software, financial reporting tools, and various Excel models.
• Identify and manage the resolution of company financial and operational process improvements.
• Evaluate decisions and recommend profit improvement, reconciling impact and providing management narratives.
• Prepare monthly management narratives on financial results and present to upper management.
• Conduct ad‑hoc analysis and special projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Certifications or licenses required for the role (e.g., CPA, CA).
• Strong analytical and statistical skills.
• Proficiency with technology tools, including Excel and financial modeling software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits and EEO Statement

CBIZ is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected status. CBIZ provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. For more information about your EEO rights, visit CBIZ EEO website.