Senior Financial Analyst

ABM industries; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ABM is seeking a Senior Finance Associate to lead the month-end close and support financial performance for a designated region. You will partner with the ESC and Operations to translate results into actionable insights for leadership.

The ideal candidate brings strong accounting/finance experience, ownership mindset, and ability to communicate clearly with senior stakeholders. Local NYC candidates preferred with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting.
• Strong month-end close experience and journal entry preparation.
• Advanced Excel; Hyperion SmartView experience; Anaplan preferred.
• Ability to present financial results to non-finance stakeholders.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; executive-ready narratives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of P&L and balance sheet principles.
• Applicants must be local to New York City.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end month-end close process for the assigned portfolio.
• Coordinate with ESC to ensure timely, accurate reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries and adjustments.
• Perform variance analysis and identify drivers, risks and opportunities.
• Provide insights to Operations leadership and support performance improvement.

Skills

Month-end close

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Executive storytelling

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Hyperion SmartView

Anaplan

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Finance Associate will serve as a key finance partner to a designated region, with primary responsibility for leading the month-end close process and supporting ongoing financial performance management. This role partners closely with the Accounting team (ESC) to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, while also collaborating with Operations leadership to drive insights, accountability, and performance improvement. The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen, ownership mindset, and the ability to translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for operational stakeholders.

Compensation

$100,000-$115,000 annually (US Dollars)

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program.

Benefit Information

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Team Member Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM).

Responsibilities

Month-End Close Leadership & Financial Reporting

• Lead the end-to-end month-end close process for assigned portfolio, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial results
• Partner with the Enterprise Service Center (ESC) to coordinate close activities, resolve issues, and ensure alignment
• Prepare and review journal entries to support accurate financial reporting, including accruals, reclasses, and other adjustments
• Perform detailed variance analysis across P&L and key metrics, identifying drivers of performance and risks/opportunities
• Ensure integrity of financial results through reconciliation and validation of key accounts and reporting outputs

Operational Partnership & Reviews

• Lead recurring operational review calls with RVPs and field leadership, presenting financial results, key trends, and actionable insights
• Act as a trusted advisor to Operations by translating financial data into business context and recommendations
• Proactively identify performance improvement opportunities and support execution tracking

Forecasting, Budgeting & Analysis

• Maintain and update 12-month rolling forecasts, incorporating operational inputs and business trends
• Support annual budgeting and quarterly financial planning processes
• Develop and enhance financial models to support decision-making and strategic initiatives

Ad Hoc Reporting & Performance Narratives

• Produce ad hoc reporting and analysis for RVP partners and operational leaders, addressing evolving business needs
• Develop clear, concise narrative commentary explaining monthly and quarterly performance, key drivers, and outlook
• Create executive-level summaries and presentations to communicate financial performance effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• 3+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting
• Strong experience with month-end close processes and journal entry preparation
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems (Hyperion SmartView required, Anaplan preferred)
• Proven ability to present financial results to non-finance stakeholders, including senior operational leaders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and storytelling skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-ready narrative development
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, and financial reporting principles
• Applicants must be local to New York City to be considered.

About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of integrated facility, engineering, and infrastructure solutions. Every day, our over 100,000 team members deliver essential services that make spaces cleaner, safer, and efficient, enhancing the overall occupant experience.

ABM serves a wide range of market sectors including commercial real estate, aviation, education, mission critical, and manufacturing and distribution. With over $8 billion in annual revenue and a blue-chip client base, ABM delivers innovative technologies and sustainable solutions that enhance facilities and empower clients to achieve their goals. Committed to creating smarter, more connected spaces, ABM is investing in the future to meet evolving challenges and build a healthier, thriving world. ABM: Driving possibility, together.

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