Financial Analyst

HireTalent

Minneapolis, MN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accrual-Basis Accounting, Actuals, Analysis Skills, Banking Services, Budget Management, Capital Accounting, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Compliance, Financial Policies, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Government, Hardware Administration, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Problem Solving Skills, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, SAP, ServiceNow, Software Administration, Team Player, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Vlookups
LOCATION
Minneapolis, MN
POSTED
Today

Overview

We are seeking a Financial Analyst II to support a portfolio of technology-related projects within a highly collaborative environment. This role serves as a key liaison between project teams and multiple accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective project support in a regulated industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analyst who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys working cross-functionally, and has strong accounting and financial analysis fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform high-level financial analysis across a portfolio of projects
  • Support accrual-based accounting and month-end close activities
  • Pull and analyze actuals, and prepare as-built financials
  • Partner with project managers to monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance
  • Act as liaison between project teams and accounting groups (capital asset accounting, corporate accounting, and finance)
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies and regulatory requirements
  • Support hardware/software project teams with financial tracking and reporting
  • Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment

Day-to-Day Activities

  • Collaborate with portfolio coordinators, project managers, and accounting teams
  • Track project financials and provide regular updates
  • Assist with reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Contribute to month-end deliverables and financial accuracy

Qualifications

Required

  • 3 5 years of experience in financial analysis or accounting
  • Strong understanding of financial principles and month-end processes
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
  • Experience with SAP and SharePoint
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Preferred

  • Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., banking, utilities, government)
  • Familiarity with ServiceNow or similar tools
  • Exposure to financial systems such as PowerPlan or other custom tools
  • Bachelor s degree (or in progress) in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Soft Skills

  • Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Customer-service mindset
  • Quick learner with adaptability to new tools and processes
  • Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across functions

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