Financial Analyst II

Summary

Join Horace Mann as a Financial Analyst II in Springfield, IL (hybrid) or Madison, WI (remote) and contribute to strategic decision-making through financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis. You will prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans, support monthly financial reporting, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses forecasting experience, understands accounting principles, and excels in communication. This role requires a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance (or a 2-year degree with 2 years of relevant experience) and 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance. The salary range is $61,900.00 - $91,300.00.

Requirements

• 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, or 2-year degree with 2 years of related experience and proven competence. Certifications are a plus
• 3-5 years experience in Accounting or Finance
• Understanding of reconciliation concepts and application
• Proficiency in Excel
• Analytical thinking
• Data Analysis
• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail (thorough and accurate)
• Good communicator
• Organized
• Ability to work efficiently and productively, using time wisely
• Detail oriented
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without Employer Sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
• Support the monthly financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information for financial analysis
• Ability to study metrics, forecasts of business conditions and trends and draw relevant conclusions as requested
• Design reports and communicate analysis verbally and in written formats
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis
• Cost benefit analysis for proposed projects or system
• Technical knowledge and skills for specialized software applications. [i.e. accounting, budgeting, financial planning and analysis.]
• Process improvement mindset

Benefits

• Hybrid work from home model available
• Remote with very few travel days (timely notice provided)
• $61,900.00 - $91,300.00