For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Financial Analyst to work at a top client in Chicago, IL. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity
Job Title: Financial Analyst
Duration: 6 Months
Work Schedule: 3 Days Onsite, 2 Days Remote
Pay Rate: $50/hour
Job Overview:
The Financial Analyst will play a key role in developing and managing complex financial models and reporting packages that support strategic business operations and initiatives. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Sourcing, business unit leaders, senior leadership, and external supplier account teams. This role blends corporate finance (FP&A), supplier management, and strategic analysis. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for driving financial insights and supporting key business decisions through data analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling.
Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
  

  • Develop and manage complex financial models to support ongoing business operations and strategic initiatives.
    

  • Analyze and report key divisional and portfolio performance metrics, presenting findings from detailed to summary level.
    

  • Prepare monthly financial reports, variance analysis, and ensure the accuracy of financial data in Budget, Forecast, and Actuals.
    

  • Lead presentations for management at all levels, providing actionable insights and recommendations for decision-making.
    

  
  

• Business Partnership & Strategy Development:
  

  • Collaborate with business leaders, department budget owners, and senior management to understand trends and drive well-informed decisions.
    

  • Advise leadership on budget to forecast, variance analysis, and cost-saving opportunities, ensuring the accuracy of financial forecasts and budgets.
    

  
  

• Financial Modeling & Scenario Analysis:
  

  • Build and maintain complex financial models, supporting forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis to guide decision-making.
    

  • Lead cost-benefit analysis and perform sensitivity analysis to assess financial impacts of business strategies.
    

  
  

• Collaboration & Process Improvement:
  

  • Work with internal teams (e.g., Project Management, Project Accounting, ITG) to ensure accurate and timely delivery of financial analysis, business cases, and project updates.
    

  • Identify risks and issues within financial processes and assist in implementing process improvements.
    

  
  

• Cost Management & Forecasting:
  

  • Review and build new financial models related to cost structures, funding processes, and project costs (e.g., hardware, software, contract labor, core budgets).
    

  • Create and maintain quarterly IT capital forecasts and forecasts for IT core budgets.
    

  • Develop strategies for cost savings and evaluate the financial success of programs against defined metrics.
    

  
  

• Supplier & Vendor Management:
  

  • Lead financial support for sourcing strategies, developing financial models and crafting recommendations to achieve business objectives.
    

  • Analyze supplier performance and costs, ensuring efficient financial operations related to contracts, licenses, and asset management.
    

  
  

• Tool Development & Reporting Automation:
  

  • Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools to streamline financial analysis and enhance data utilization.
    

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, or related field.
    

  • 5+ years of business experience in corporate financial reporting, budgeting, or IT operational finance. Alternatively, 8+ years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree.
    

  
  

• Skills & Knowledge:
  

  • Proficient in financial reporting tools and applications (e.g., Blue View, Center View, Workforce Tools, PeopleSoft, Ariba, ITAM, ISAM, Clarity, eBudget).
    

  • Strong customer service skills, including vendor and stakeholder relationship management.
    

  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
    

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and Lotus Notes.
    

  • Strong analytical, presentation, and organizational skills.
    

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in financial modeling, particularly for IT, healthcare claims, or call centers.
  

• Knowledge of strategic sourcing principles and IT hardware/software asset management, including license and maintenance costs.
  

• Experience with business/financial models and forecasting.
  

• Familiarity with IT cost structures and in-depth analysis of project costs (hardware, software, labor, etc.).
  

• Understanding of contractual language and supplier governance.

What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Financial Analyst today!
 

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