The Financial Analyst plays a critical role in driving data-driven decision-making and supporting the financial health of the organization.  This position is responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports and providing insights to enhance decision-support.  The Financial Analyst will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to evaluate performance, develop budgets and forecasts, and ensure alignment with company goals.

Responsibilities

• • Develop, monitor and report key performance indicator (KPIs) to evaluate business performance, including customer-specific and service line metrics, and identify potential risks and opportunities.
  • Conduct variance analysis on financial results compared to forecasts, budgets and prior year history, providing commentary and recommendations for improvement or corrective action.
  • Identify financial and customer-specific revenue and profitability trends and provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support decision-making processes, including pricing decisions.
  • Collaborate with the Controller and department managers and assist in the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts and related financial statements, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
  • Support the CFO and Controller in preparing comprehensive financial analyses and clearly presenting key findings and assumptions to executive leadership and other stakeholders.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial and customer profitability analysis.
  • Perform ad-hoc financial analysis as required and assist in the development of financial models.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years experience in financial analysis, FP&A or related role
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting, with a track record of driving process and system improvements.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills, Power BI (or other business intelligence tools), and database analysis. Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365/ Business Central, a plus)
  • Ability to create data visualizations for reporting purposes.
  • Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
  • Detail-orientated with a strong focus on accuracy and completeness.
  • Innovative self-starter and problem solver, comfortable dealing with a degree of ambiguity, changes, and finding creative solutions using new tools or approaches where needed.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders

LSA has received recognition as one of the 2023 Top Workplaces in the USA and the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplaces! Please view our profile via the following link: https://topworkplaces.com/company/language-services-associ/

LSA Provides a great benefits package to full-time employees. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with partial match, and other employer covered benefits. Reach out to set up an interview and learn more!

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Stefan Suchanec at 800.305.9673

Founded in 1991 by Laura K.T. Schriver, LSA offers a full range of premier language-based services.  With over 240 employees and a network of more than 3,000 Independently Contracted global Linguists, LSA fulfills the multicultural communication needs of more than 2,000 clients worldwide, in over 230 languages, across virtually every industry segment.  LSA is conveniently located in Horsham, minutes from the PA Turnpike, in a business center with ample free parking and beautiful landscaping.  LSA offers a competitive benefits package with a generous 401k match for qualifying employees.  For more information on LSA, please visit www.lsa.inc

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LSA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the LSA’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)