Financial Analyst - Entry Level Walnut Creek, CA

Entry-Level Financial Analyst

Our client is seeking a motivated entry-level financial analyst to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or an early-career professional looking to launch a career in corporate finance. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn financial planning, reporting, and business analysis in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and business insights.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Maintain and update financial models and spreadsheets.
• Reconcile financial data and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses for leadership.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities.
• Compile and analyze operational and financial KPIs.
• Partner with accounting and operations teams to improve reporting accuracy.
• Help identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Ensure financial data is accurate, organized, and timely.