Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Standard is a company focused on making a difference in the lives of others and is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join their Financial Planning and Analysis Team. The role involves monitoring and analyzing operating expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making regarding operational costs.

Responsibilities

• Regularly monitor and analyze all operating expenses, ensure expenses are booked accurately and in a timely manner, review and approve invoices
• Prepare accurate journal entries for month-end close
• Perform in-depth analysis of operating expenses to identify key drivers and trends impacting costs
• Prepare comprehensive expense reports with variance analysis, highlighting areas of concern and potential cost-saving initiatives
• Utilize financial systems to streamline the preparation of financial reports
• Participate in the annual budgeting process by providing input on expected operating expenses
• Regularly review and update forecast projections based on changing business conditions
• Prepare insightful presentations for business partners, highlighting key financial metrics and actionable recommendations
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationship within the organization

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• 5-7 years progressively responsible experience in the preparation, interpretation and analysis of financial results, or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience
• Firm knowledge of data structure and system design concepts as well as experience with query and analysis tools
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
• MBA (preferred)
• CPA, CFA, CMA Certification (preferred)
• Expense experience strongly preferred

Benefits

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually — PTO increases with tenure
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

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