Senior Financial Analyst Job at Robert Half (West Chicago)

Senior Financial Analyst

Robert Half

Location:
United States , West Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a corporate finance team in West Chicago, Illinois, supporting planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across the organization. This role partners with business leaders to turn financial goals into practical operating plans, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and provide insights that guide decision-making. The position also contributes to executive-level reporting, capital planning, and the ongoing effectiveness of financial planning tools while handling sensitive information with sound judgment and discretion.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and support the preparation of annual operating plans, financial forecasts, and capital budgets for the organization
Build, maintain, and refine budget and forecast reports that provide clear visibility into financial performance and planning assumptions
Review actual results against plans and projections, identify material variances, and explain the operational and financial factors driving performance
Partner with business unit leaders to translate strategic priorities into measurable financial plans and actionable operating targets
Maintain and enhance budgeting and forecasting models and applications so they align with current methodologies, internal policies, and reporting needs
Oversee capital expenditure tracking and planning activities to support disciplined investment decisions and resource allocation
Support the creation of presentations and financial materials for senior leadership and board-level discussions
Administer the Adaptive planning system, validate data integrity, troubleshoot issues, and provide analytical support to internal users
Conduct detailed expense analysis for corporate departments and deliver ad hoc evaluations of risks, scenarios, and business issues as needed

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
At least 7 years of experience in financial analysis, business analysis, or a comparable corporate finance role
Hands-on experience with forecasting and planning platforms such as Adaptive, Oracle Planning, Essbase, or similar tools
Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, accounting principles, and analytical techniques
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to perform financial modeling, variance analysis, ad hoc analysis, and data-driven problem solving
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and support business partners in planning and decision-making
High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage confidential financial information responsibly

What we offer:

401K
insurance
vacation
holiday pay
medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 11, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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