Finance Analyst - FP&A

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it , our most valuable asset is our people. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage an d passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
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FINANCE ANALYST - FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS
We seek a finance professional to join our Corporate FP&A team in our Chicago, IL office. This role will involve analyzing financial performance to provide insights to business and enterprise teams to drive improvements and support strategic decision making. This position requires a strong understanding of financial principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.
What You'll Do :

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, including variance analysis and key performance indicators;
• Support senior company leaders across a range of activities from analysis and issue identification through to strategic initiatives;
• Assist in annual and longer-term company planning;
• Monitor budget performance and provide insights on variances to ensure alignment with financial goals;
• Support enterprise teams and regional leadership with annual planning and monthly variance analysis;
• Prepare analysis and presentations for key company meetings - Board of Directors, Management Committee, Principals Meetings, Regional Leadership Meetings;
• Collaborate to enhance reporting capabilities and streamline processes;
• Support ad-hoc projects and research for enterprise teams and senior leadership.

What You'll Bring :

• BA/BS degree in Finance or closely related field required, advanced degree welcomed;
• 1 - 3 years' experience in financial analysis supporting internal business units or stakeholders;

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling;
• Experience with financial software and ERP systems is desirable;

• Exposure to Power BI, Anaplan, machine learning, or Alteryx are nice to have, but not required;
• Excellent organizational and task management skills;
• Ability to think strategically and commercially and a willingness to dive down into the details;
• Ability to work closely with senior leaders while retaining objective and professional finance perspective;
• Judgment to know when to challenge something and when to lend support;
• High motivation, strong work ethic and personal initiative.

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact and deliver better outcomes for all. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess work authorization for their intended country of employment.
An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required
to be considered.
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