Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support data-driven decision-making through thoughtful analysis, reporting, and financial insight. This Long-term Contract position is based in Eagan, Minnesota, and offers the opportunity to work with business partners to evaluate performance, identify trends, and strengthen financial planning activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to turn complex data into clear recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed financial reviews to uncover trends, explain performance results, and support business decisions.
• Build and maintain financial models that help forecast outcomes, evaluate scenarios, and measure operational impact.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses for leadership by gathering data, interpreting findings, and presenting practical insights.
• Investigate budget-to-actual differences and provide clear variance explanations to stakeholders.
• Use data mining methods to extract, organize, and analyze large datasets for reporting and planning purposes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve the accuracy, consistency, and usefulness of financial information.
• Develop recurring reports and dashboards that highlight key metrics and support ongoing financial oversight.