Financial Analyst

Crain Communications

Financial Analyst providing financial analysis and decision support for Crain Communications. Analyzing results, preparing management reports, and partnering with leaders across the organization.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeDetroit • Illinois, Missouri, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business analysis across multiple brands and corporate functions
Analyzes monthly financial results and prepares variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior year performance
Partners with business leaders to understand financial performance and operational drivers
Prepares management reports, dashboards, and KPI reporting packages.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
2+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, public accounting, consulting, or related analytical roles
Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan savings contributions
Bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

budgetingforecastingfinancial reportingbusiness analysisvariance analysisfinancial modelinganalytical capabilitiesMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

communicationorganizational skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in FinanceBachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in EconomicsBachelor's degree in Business Administration