Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support informed business decisions through accurate reporting, thoughtful analysis, and clear financial insights. This role will partner with operational and leadership teams to evaluate performance, identify trends, and build models that guide planning in a construction and contractor environment. Based in Columbus, Ohio, this position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex data and translating findings into practical recommendations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop financial models and forecasting tools to evaluate business performance, project outcomes, and planning scenarios.
- Analyze operating results and compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to explain key variances.
- Prepare recurring and on-demand financial reports that help leadership assess trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Gather, organize, and interpret large data sets to uncover meaningful patterns that support strategic and operational decisions.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to provide analytical support for budgeting, cost management, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Conduct ad hoc financial reviews for leadership requests, including profitability analysis, scenario planning, and business case development.
- Improve reporting accuracy and efficiency by refining analytical processes, validating data, and enhancing existing financial tools.
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis within a business environment, preferably supporting operational decision-making.
- Strong ability to build and maintain financial models used for forecasting, budgeting, and performance evaluation.
- Proven skill in performing variance analysis and translating results into clear business insights.
- Experience handling ad hoc analysis requests and presenting findings in a concise, actionable manner.
- Proficiency in working with large data sets and applying data mining techniques to identify trends and exceptions.
- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.