Job Details
LHH is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst with 2-3 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the full Profit & Loss (P&L) statement, trial balance, and exceptional Excel skills. This role involves financial reporting, analysis, and supporting the financial planning and budgeting processes. The Financial Analyst will play a key role in helping the company make informed financial decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements, including the full P&L and trial balance.
- Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, patterns, and discrepancies in financial data.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
- Collaborate with various departments to gather necessary data for budget preparation.
- Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
Excel
- Perform data analysis and create detailed financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.
- Automate and streamline financial processes using advanced Excel functions and techniques.
General Ledger and Trial Balance:
- Assist in maintaining the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial transactions.
- Reconcile accounts and prepare trial balance reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes.
Financial Planning and Strategy:
- Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic planning and business development initiatives.
- Assist in evaluating financial performance, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
- Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and projects as required by management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2-3 years of experience in a financial analyst role, with a focus on P&L management and trial balance.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros.
- Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial modeling techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems is a plus.