Lead, Financial Planning & Analysis

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As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.
We're seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst in our Atlanta, GA office to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact.    

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Financial Analyst responsible for providing objective and comprehensive analytical support by forecasting, financial modeling, coordinating variance analysis, and performing special project work to support the objectives and initiatives of the financial and operational functions of the Company. This role will work to build strong partnerships across the organization, track and report on financial performance, as well as provide analysis and guidance to support opportunities.

YOU WILL:

• Review the internal financial statements for errors before they are published

• Perform various analysis, scenario modeling, and provide decision support for future planning and investments

• Support complex financial analysis and modeling engagements, including forecasting business initiatives, evaluating financing alternatives, and performing scenario analysis

• Assist in the development of KPIs and benchmarks to monitor spending efficiency

• Ensure data integrity and consistency across reporting platforms

• Perform ad hoc analysis as required

• Collaborate with various departments to understand the financial implications of their operations

• Support the enhancement of the weekly Operational Scorecard, aligning it with company goals and financial standing

• Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities to improve overall financial performance

• Continuously improving financial processes, reporting tools, and data integrity

• Collaborate with accounting, supply chain, operations, and other teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment across departments

• Analyze financial performance, identify key trends and drivers, and provide variance analysis with insightful commentary

• Develop and maintain financial models and projections 

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

• Strong oral communication skills are required

• Must be able to effectively work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple assignments simultaneously

• Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modeling and analytics, with data visualization and BI skills (e.g., Power BI & Tableau)

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey financial information to diverse audiences

• Experience using time management skills such as prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and meeting deadlines of multiple projects with varying completion dates

• Experience analyzing and reporting data to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions

• Good communication skills - able partner across the organization and identify business needs and difficulties, articulate issues clearly and concisely, and present effectively, both orally and in writing, to all levels of the organization

• Strong business sense and the ability to work through complex and ambiguous business requirements

• Self-starter – with an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives in a fast-paced environment, deals well with ambiguity and focuses on driving impact 

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

• Five or more years of related experience (profitability analysis experience and credit card portfolio experience strongly preferred)  

• Working knowledge of financial analysis techniques and general accounting procedures

• Well-developed mathematical and analytical skills

• Thorough knowledge in financial analysis, forecasting, and planning

• Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and to analyze data

• Strong technical skills related to data mining and visualization tools

• Master's degree preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance with local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.