Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

$ 70,000. (US Dollar)

About the job Financial Analyst

Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a very large organization in Central Arkansas, to help them find a Financial/Data Analyst. This position will be responsible for financial and data analysis, market research and reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Key responsibilities:

• Own and support the preparation and delivery of recurring financial and operational reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal and external deadlines
• Collect, validate, and reconcile large datasets across multiple systems, including general ledger, sub-ledgers, and operational data sources
• Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators across balance sheet, income statement, and business unit activity
• Apply structured, rule-based logic to transform and standardize complex datasets for reporting, forecasting, and decision support
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Finance, Operations, IT, HR, and Business Units to gather inputs, clarify data requirements, and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain clear documentation of data sources, methodologies, and reporting processes to support audit readiness and data governance standards
• Monitor changes in reporting requirements, business processes, or data structures and proactively update workflows and documentation
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement using tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Alteryx to enhance efficiency and data integrity
• Develop and deliver dashboards and ad hoc analyses to support leadership decision-making and strategic initiatives

Technical and functional requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance, business analytics
• Minimum of 2+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or financial analysis experience in a MID TO LARGE organization
• High level of comfort with technology and systems;
  Workday strongly desired, CRM implementation exposure also strongly desired
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must have Formulas, Pivots, and experience working with multiple workbooks and data sets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization

Ideal candidate profile:

• Currently in a Financial Analyst, Data Analyst, or Accounting role (with advanced Excel and technical skills)
• Has experience in a mid to large organization
• Enjoys working with large data sets, digging into details, and building or refining processes to improve quality and efficiency
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable being a subject‑matter resource for internal and external resources

Perks:

• Strong Base Salary
• Terrific Benefits and ample PTO Policy
• 401k Matching to 5%
• High visibility role
• Normal 40 hour work week with laid back atmosphere and tenured team

This is a critical position for the organization, so candidate must be on‑site, no remote or hybrid opportunities. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate.