Strategic Budget & Financial Analyst (Hybrid)

ULSE Inc.; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus compensation

401k matching up to 5%

Retirement savings contribution of 4%

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement in Evanston, IL seeks a Budget & Financial Analyst to support strategic budgeting and financial planning. You will work with department leaders to gather data, analyze variances, and prepare forecasts to guide decision-making in a hybrid on-site role.

The role emphasizes financial modeling, reporting, and collaboration, with a focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource utilization for organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related experience.
• Experience with Adaptive and Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and monitor financial budgets to align with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with department leaders to gather financial data and provide budgeting insights.
• Evaluate budget variances and recommend cost-saving measures.
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and projections for decision-making.
• Conduct regular financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

Skills

Financial budgeting

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Adaptive Planning

Workday

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Adaptive

Workday

Job description

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement in Evanston, IL seeks a Budget & Financial Analyst to support strategic budgeting and financial planning. You will work with department leaders to gather data, analyze variances, and prepare forecasts to guide decision-making in a hybrid on-site role.

The role emphasizes financial modeling, reporting, and collaboration, with a focus on operational efficiency and strategic resource utilization for organizational goals.