Financial Analyst

Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a very large organization in Central Arkansas, to help them find a Financial/Data Analyst. This position will be responsible for financial and data analysis, market research and reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. 

Key responsibilities:

• • Own and support the preparation and delivery of recurring financial and operational reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal and external deadlines
  • Collect, validate, and reconcile large datasets across multiple systems, including general ledger, sub-ledgers, and operational data sources
  • Analyze trends, variances, and key performance indicators across balance sheet, income statement, and business unit activity
  • Apply structured, rule-based logic to transform and standardize complex datasets for reporting, forecasting, and decision support
  • Partner with cross-functional teams such as Finance, Operations, IT, HR, and Business Units to gather inputs, clarify data requirements, and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain clear documentation of data sources, methodologies, and reporting processes to support audit readiness and data governance standards
  • Monitor changes in reporting requirements, business processes, or data structures and proactively update workflows and documentation
  • Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement using tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Alteryx to enhance efficiency and data integrity
  • Develop and deliver dashboards and ad hoc analyses to support leadership decision-making and strategic initiatives

Technical and functional requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or finance, business analytics
• Minimum of 2+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or financial analysis experience in a MID TO LARGE organization
• High level of comfort with technology and systems; Workday strongly desired, crm implementation exposure also strongly desired
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must have Formulas, Pivots, and experience working with multiple workbooks and data sets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to partner effectively with stakeholders across the organization

Ideal candidate profile

• Currently in a Financial Analyst, Data Analyst, or Accounting role (with advanced Excel and technical skills)
• Has experience in a mid to large organization
• Enjoys working with large data sets, digging into details, and building or refining processes to improve quality and efficiency
• Thrives in a collaborative environment and is comfortable being a subject‑matter resource for internal and external resources

Perks:

• Strong Base Salary
• Terrific Benefits and ample PTO Policy
• 401k Matching to 5%
• High visibility role
• Normal 40 hour work week with laid back atmosphere and tenured team

This is a critical position for the organization, so candidate must be on-site, no remote or hybrid opportunities. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate.

Please directly apply or reach out to Stephanie Shine, or Laura Slay on LinkedIn. Local applicants will be given priority consideration.

Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.