Budget & Financial Analyst
On-siteDubuque, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Analyze monthly financial statements to identify budget-to-actual variances, risks, and trends. Compile and interpret financial data to support organizational decision-making while preparing forecasts and models for strategic planning. Develop and maintain annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with department leaders, monitoring expenditures to ensure alignment with approved goals. Create financial dashboards and KPIs for leadership review, presenting findings and recommendations for corrective actions or process improvements. Assist in budget development and financial performance monitoring, participating in special projects related to financial planning and business analysis.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and accounting principles
- Ability to develop, monitor, and analyze operating and capital budgets
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to leadership and operational teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to data accuracy
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
- Experience analyzing labor costs, gaming and non-gaming revenue, departmental expenses, and operational performance metrics
- Ability to partner with department leaders to develop budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities while supporting business growth
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Analytics, Economics, Business Administration, related field or relevant equivalent experience
- 2-5 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), or Analytics
Desired Qualifications
- Experience developing, monitoring, and analyzing operating and capital budgets preferred
- Experience utilizing financial reporting tools, ERP systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel functions preferred
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