Financial Analyst

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities for a growing organization in the Atlanta market. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial principles, and the ability to translate data into actionable insights for business leaders. Key Responsibilities

Analyze financial data, trends, and performance metrics to support business decision-making

Prepare financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses

Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance and strategic initiatives

Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes

Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, operations, and leadership teams

Identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue growth, and process improvements

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting

Support ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

2+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, accounting, or a related role

Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas); experience with financial systems preferred

Solid understanding of financial statements and corporate finance principles

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders

Experience with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or ERP systems is a plus