Financial Analyst-Intermediate

Financial Analyst

**MUST LIVE IN ST. LOUIS, MO TO APPLYDescriptionThis role is responsible for providing support for the Brands Commercial expenses including monthly financial close/accruals, forecasting, and reporting. The role will be responsible for assisting with requests for financial information, either routine or ad hoc, and ensuring they are completed by requested deadlines. This role also helps ensure accurate and timely review of actual results and compliance with internal controls and policies.Essential Functions• Assist in managing the P&L and Balance Sheet (forecasts and budgets).• Manage quarterly headcount and payroll forecast process with departmental leaders, Human Resources, and other Financial Planning & Analysis employees.• Support Brands Commercial expenses in reviewing and reporting of actual results during the monthly financial close. Develop strong relationships with the department leads.• Approval of PO’s coding and maintaining commitment logs for appropriate accrual entries.• Participate in review of actual results each month and provide analysis of results versus forecast, budget and prior year to various internal customers. • Provide accurate and timely responses to requests by internal auditors.• Assist with any other ad hoc projects or requests for financial information. • Provide business support and advice with the filter of financial accountability and controls. • Train non-financial business partners on financial terminology and concepts. • Loading, reconciling and preparing supporting documentation for the monthly & quarterly forecast updates.Top Skills DetailsFinancial analysis,Financial reporting,SAPQualificationsEducation/Experience: • Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance• Minimum of 2 or more years of experience with GAAP, financial planning, accounting and financial systems.Skills/Qualifications:• Experience with SAP & onestream / hyperion preferred• Strong accounting, analytical, and financial skills• Strong Excel skills• Strong time management, organizational, and planning skills• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide sound business recommendations• Ability to multi-task and work virtuallyExperience LevelIntermediate Level

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Hazelwood, MO.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $36.06 - $55.29/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Hazelwood,MO.

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.