Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst M C Bank and Trust Co. Lafayette, LA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Financial forecasting Financial model construction Balance sheet Financial statement analysis Bachelor's degree Project management in finance Accounting and finance experience Financial projection model development Financial statement interpretation Managing projects Financial forecasting analysis Full Job Description Job Description We are seeking a highly analytical and results-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning, business performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. This role will leverage financial and operational data to identify trends, generate actionable insights, develop financial models, and support key business initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience in financial analytics and modeling, and the ability to manage projects across multiple stakeholders. Expectations Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and actionable business recommendations. Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, capital investments, and strategic initiatives. Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial analyses, reports, dashboards, and presentations for management. Partner with business leaders to understand performance drivers and recommend improvement opportunities. Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business performance. Assist in evaluating business cases, investment opportunities, and operational improvement initiatives. Apply accounting knowledge to interpret financial results and ensure consistency with financial reporting standards. Lead or participate in cross-functional projects, ensuring milestones, timelines, and deliverables are met. Improve reporting processes, data quality, and analytical tools to enhance decision-making. Present findings and recommendations clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in financial analysis, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), corporate finance, accounting, or related analytical roles. Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement). Experience performing financial analytics, variance analysis, forecasting, and financial modeling. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations. Demonstrated project management experience, including managing timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications MBA, CPA, CFA, or related professional certification. Experience with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Experience working with ERP systems and large datasets. Knowledge of SQL or other data analysis tools. Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, or industrial organizations. Competencies Financial Analysis & Modeling Business Acumen Data Analytics Accounting Fundamentals Strategic Thinking Project Management Communication & Presentation Skills Process Improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration M C Bank is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.