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Job Title: Financial Business Analyst
Location: Houston, TX
Duration: 4 Years
Additional Information:
Financial background, bachelor s degree of Science, Accounting, Technology or related field.
Project Scope:
We are looking for a data-driven and detail-oriented Business Analyst to support our finance team in making smarter, Finance-backed decisions. This role will play a key part in financial reporting, Cost forecasting, and operational efficiency analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional to streamline reporting processes through data automation and visualization.
Roles/Responsibilities:
* Analyze financial data to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning efforts.
* Design and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and financial models to track performance and identify trends.
* Work closely with accounting and Business Units to understand financial data and deliver actionable insights.
* Automate and improve financial reporting processes using Excel, SQL, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
* Analyze contract terms, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and project requirements.
* Perform variance and trend analysis to explain changes in revenue, expenses, and other key financial metrics.
* Conduct financial and operational analysis for senior leadership and stakeholders.
Mandatory Skills:
* Bachelor s degree of Science, Accounting, Technology or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in a finance analyst role, project budgeting, or cost management.
* Strong financial background with a solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
* Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and experience with BI tools such as Power BI, hands-on experience with Quickbase or equivalent project budgeting software.
* Ability to extract insights from large datasets and present them clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.
* Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with Power BI or equivalent systems (e.g., Oracle, SharePoint, Smartsheet).
* Familiarity with Cost and Budget planning tools.
* Knowledge of regulatory reporting and compliance in finance.