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We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support budgeting, reporting, and financial operations for a dynamic organization in Palo Alto, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a highly organized individual who can interpret financial data, monitor spending activity, and provide clear insights to business partners and leadership. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to budget planning, reporting accuracy, and issue resolution while working closely with internal departments and external contacts.
Job Responsibility
Support budget planning activities by reviewing operating budgets and evaluating department funding requests for accuracy and alignment
Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports for internal stakeholders as well as external agencies, ensuring data is complete and timely
Track spending against approved budgets, identify unfavorable patterns or variances, and summarize findings with practical recommendations for management
Serve as a point of contact for departments, customers, and vendors regarding financial transactions and routine business cycle questions
Partner with business managers and administrative teams to analyze financial results and address discrepancies from established budget expectations
Coordinate the distribution of financial reports and provide department-level analysis to support informed decision-making
Process and maintain financial transactions for assigned areas while following established fiscal policies and procedures
Reconcile transaction activity, investigate inconsistencies, and assist in resolving outstanding financial issues within assigned departments
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or another related discipline from an accredited institution
Demonstrated understanding of budgeting, financial analysis, and the preparation of financial reports
Ability to evaluate complex information, draw sound conclusions, and recommend appropriate actions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Experience managing multiple priorities, staying organized, and adapting to changing business needs
Working knowledge of computer systems and software commonly used for financial reporting and transaction processing
Familiarity with applicable local, state, and federal requirements related to financial operations
Proven ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate successfully across teams
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance