Financial Operations Analyst

About the job Financial Operations Analyst

Arkansas Talent Group is looking for an analytical, finance‑minded professional with strong financial acumen to support our organization's operational and financial efficiency. The Financial Operations Analyst position involves reviewing, reconciling, and optimizing financial processes while partnering closely with multiple departments. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with financial data, business systems, and cross‑functional teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

This is not an accounting role, but rather an operational finance position that must understand accounting and debits/credits. This team sets up the systems, ensures the data is correct so that Accounting can run their processes.
Local applicants will only be considered at this time.

• Manage recurring commission calculations and disbursements according to established incentive plans.
• Verify transaction records and ensure alignment between CRM, ERP, and other integrated systems.
• Perform reconciliation of accounts linked to partner payouts and related transactions.
• Partner with department leaders to coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts.
• Investigate and resolve variances, recommending strategies to enhance workflow and reporting accuracy.
• Identify and implement process improvements that support scalability and operational transparency.
• Participate in upgrades, testing, and deployment of finance‑related systems and tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a closely related field.
• Solid understanding of general accounting practices and principles (reconciliation, debits/credits).
• 2‑5 years of experience in financial operations, analytics, or similar roles.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet tools, with ERP system experience preferred.
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Clear and effective communication abilities, verbal and written.
• Proven capacity to manage competing priorities and work under time constraints.
• Familiarity with SQL, dashboard creation, and data visualization software.
• Experience in workflow optimization or process improvement strategies.
• High proficiency in Excel; must be advanced including pivots, macros, V‑lookups.
• Competitive Compensation Package $70‑80k.
• Growth opportunity – next level would be senior analyst or lead analyst.
• Collaboration with top tier team, strong training, and great environment.
• Top tier benefits and above‑market retirement matching.
• Working with an industry veteran who loves training & development.