Financial Analyst

Company: Robert Half
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Financial Analyst Contract | Cedar Rapids, IA 3–5 Years of Experience Required Our client in Cedar Rapids is seeking an analytical and detail?driven Financial Analyst to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys digging into financial data, and provides insights that drive business decisions. About the Role The Financial Analyst will support budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, operations, and leadership teams to help guide strategic financial planning. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Conduct variance and trend analyses; provide insights on performance drivers. Assist in the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Build and update financial models to support business planning and decision?making. Analyze revenue, expenses, KPIs, and operational metrics. Present financial findings to management in a clear, concise manner. Support ad hoc financial analysis requests and special projects. 3–5 years of financial analysis experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data. Proficiency in Excel; experience with financial modeling preferred. Familiarity with ERP or financial reporting systems is a plus. Excellent communication skills and comfort working cross?functionally. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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