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Robert Half
Financial Analyst
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What they do
A Financial Analyst evaluates investment opportunities and makes recommendations to individuals and businesses. Analyzes the performance of different types of investments, studies business and economic trends and analyzes data to project company earnings
$90,102 / year median in Maine
-15% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning and performance analysis for a manufacturing organization. This role will partner closely with operational leaders to evaluate capital spending, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and deliver insight that supports strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, business partnership skills, and a practical approach to cash flow and profitability analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with leadership and operating teams to assess capital investments, track financial impact, and support sound decision-making on project priorities.
- Prepare forward-looking financial models that help guide planning, scenario evaluation, and long-range business strategy.
- Monitor cash position and develop reporting that highlights trends, risks, and opportunities affecting liquidity.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting activities by consolidating data, refining assumptions, and presenting actionable analysis.
- Deliver ad hoc financial evaluations to support management decisions across operations, cost control, and business performance.
- Serve as a trusted finance resource for cross-functional teams by translating complex data into clear recommendations.
- Analyze results against plan and forecast, identify key variances, and explain underlying business drivers.
- Contribute to special projects that improve financial visibility, reporting effectiveness, and overall planning processes.