Sr. Financial Analyst

Korn Ferry; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry, in partnership with our client, seeks a Sr. Financial Analyst to strengthen the corporate finance and FP&A function. The role centers on consolidated reporting, analysis, and executive-level decision support, requiring a solid accounting foundation and GAAP knowledge.

The ideal candidate will bring a CPA designation or equivalent audit background, plus 3+ years of financial analysis experience, and excel at translating complex data into clear insights for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation or equivalent accounting/audit background strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or audit (Big 4 or large corporate environment preferred).
• Experience with financial consolidations, multi-entity reporting, or corporate FP&A in a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead consolidated financial reporting across multiple business units, ensuring accuracy and GAAP compliance.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results including variance analysis.
• Support corporate consolidation processes within ERP or financial reporting systems.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and business unit finance teams for data integrity.
• Assist in development of budgets and forecasts using historical trends and KPIs.
• Prepare materials for executive and board reporting with dashboards and insights.
• Participate in continuous improvement including automation of reporting processes.
• Provide financial support for special projects, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

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

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for Sr. Financial Analyst

Position Summary

The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in Our Client’s corporate finance and FP&A function, with a primary focus on consolidated financial reporting, analysis, and supporting executive-level decision-making. This role requires a strong foundation in accounting

principles, experience with financial consolidations, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, accounting experience, or an audit background and thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead consolidated financial reporting across multiple business units, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal policies and GAAP.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Support corporate consolidation processes within the ERP or financial reporting system, ensuring alignment of intercompany eliminations, journal entries, and financial statements.
• Partner with Accounting, FP&A, and business unit finance teams to ensure consistent financial reporting and data integrity across the enterprise.
• Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts, incorporating historical trends, operational drivers, and key performance metrics.
• Prepare materials and analysis for executive and board-level reporting, including financial summaries, dashboards, and key insights.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including the automation of reporting and consolidation processes.
• Provide financial support for special projects, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation or equivalent accounting/audit background strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, or audit (Big 4 or large corporate environment preferred).
• Experience with financial consolidations, multi-entity reporting, or corporate FP&A in a complex organization.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Proficiency in Excel
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a dynamic environment.