Senior Financial Analyst

Chicago, IL

Full Time

Posted by: Geneva Search Partners LLC

Posted:

Thursday, 29 October 2026 We are recruiting for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a large, highly respected global organization in downtown Chicago. The position combines financial reporting, accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, providing an opportunity to develop a much broader finance skill set. You will work closely with leadership and teams throughout the organization, analyze financial performance, participate in the annual planning process, and oversee and develop accounting staff. The company is known for an exceptional culture, stability and work-life balance, with benefits that are difficult to find in a corporate accounting environment. The position offers a target 35-hour work week, more than four weeks of vacation, and a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office. The downtown office also features a state-of-the-art fitness center and fully stocked kitchens. What You'll Do Play an active role in the organization's annual budgeting and forecasting process

Prepare and analyze financial reports used by management to evaluate performance and make business decisions

Perform variance analysis, account review and financial analysis to identify trends and explain results

Complete ad hoc financial analyses and special projects for leadership

Review general ledger activity and evaluate the accuracy and appropriate treatment of financial transactions

Build and maintain sophisticated Excel-based analyses, schedules and reporting tools

Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and overall efficiency

Partner with departments throughout the organization, serving as a resource on financial and accounting matters

Manage the day-to-day activities and workload of accounting team members

Review staff work and ensure deadlines, quality standards and department objectives are consistently met

Coach and develop team members while providing ongoing feedback and training What We're Looking For 5 to 7 years of accounting experience in public accounting or a large organization or 5 to 7 years of FP&A experience GPA of 3.2/4.0 Minimum Resume that shows longevity Budgeting and Forecasting experience a plus Location

Chicago, IL, United States of America

Industry

IT

Company

Geneva Search Partners LLC

Contact

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Reference

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Posted Date

10/29/2026 1:12:47 PM