Financial Analyst

Overview: 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will be responsible for delivering financial insights that drive business performance, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing high-impact analysis for strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and modeling skills, experience calculating commissions, and critical thinking ability.

This is a hybrid position out of our NYC office.

What You’ll Do: 

• Help with the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting process for several business units
• Calculate monthly and quarterly commissions in a diligent and organized way
• Perform detailed variance analysis and identify key trends affecting business performance
• Develop and maintain complex financial models for ROI analysis, and strategic initiatives
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for senior leadership
• Monitor KPIs, highlight risks and opportunities, and recommend actions for improvement
• Consolidate and present data from multiple sources using Excel
• Assist with financial planning system improvements and automation initiatives
• Support ad-hoc financial analysis, business cases, and special projects as needed

What You Have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree a plus)
• 2 years minimum of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and forecasting methods
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with ERP and financial planning systems (Oracle, NetSuite, Hyperion)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and communicate effectively with senior management

What We Offer: 

The annual base salary range for this position is $80,000-$95,000. Base salary may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.

You will also be eligible for the following benefits:

• 15 PTO days, 10 legal holidays, and sick days
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Will match up to 10% of employee contribution for 401(k), life insurance, paid time-off and parental leave plans
• Commuter benefits and a corporate gym rate
• Development opportunities through the LinkedIn Learning platform
• Free snacks and beverages in the office
• Thursday happy hour and “Summer Fridays”
• Year-round corporate athletic leagues
• Casual work environment, team building, and other social events

About Guidepoint: 

Guidepoint is a leading research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients’ decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology, real-time data, and hard-to-source expertise, we help our clients to turn answers into action. 

Backed by a network of nearly 1.75 million experts and Guidepoint’s 1,600 employees worldwide, we inform leading organizations’ research by delivering on-demand intelligence and research on request. With Guidepoint, companies and investors can better navigate the abundance of information available today, making it both more useful and more powerful. 

At Guidepoint, our success relies on the diversity of our employees, advisors, and client base, which allows us to create connections that offer a wealth of perspectives. We are committed to upholding policies that contribute to an equitable and welcoming environment for our community, regardless of background, identity, or experience. 

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