Lead Financial Analyst

Lead Financial AnalystBCForward is currently seeking for a highly motivated Lead Financial Analyst for a hybrid Opportunity in Minnesota.Position Title: Lead Financial AnalystLocation: Eagan, MNAnticipated Start Date: 05/20/2024.Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.Expected Duration: 6+ monthsJob Type: ContractPay Range: $70/hr - $90/hr.Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and jobresponsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem,etc.). We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Contract Lead Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, advanced financial acumen, and a proven track record of driving strategic decision-making through financial analysis. Responsibilities:

• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities: Oversee the development of annual budgets and forecasts,

  ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

• Consolidate and review budgeting, forecast, and quarterly financial reporting (QFR) materials: Gather and analyze financial data from various business units, providing comprehensive insights to support decision-

  making processes.

• Analyze budget and forecast variances: Identify key drivers of variance and communicate findings to the

  leadership team, offering actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.

• Perform cost analysis: Conduct detailed cost-benefit analyses for capital projects, evaluating investment opportunities and providing strategic recommendations to optimize resource allocation.
• Review & assist in preparing QFR packages: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to compile

  comprehensive QFR packages for distribution to corporate and senior leadership, ensuring accuracy and

  compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Extract and analyze data: Utilize advanced analytical tools and techniques to extract, manipulate, and

  interpret data, providing meaningful insights and decision support to senior management.

• Identify and implement process improvements: Continuously assess existing financial processes and

  systems, identifying opportunities for standardization, efficiency gains, and waste elimination.

• Lead and coordinate finance technology initiatives: Partner with IT and finance teams to drive the

implementation of new financial systems and tools, ensuring seamless integration and optimal functionality. Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Advanced knowledge of financial systems and tools, such as ERP systems and BI software.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of effectively managing cross-functional teams and driving

  results in a fast-paced environment.

• Strategic mindset, with the ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex business problems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.

Benefits:BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCForward:Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCForward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000consultants support more than 225 clients globally.BCForward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, viewour Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 222176 when responding to this ad.

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