Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Valley Financial Group as an immediate hire Financial Analyst in Fresno, CA. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to drive data-driven decision-making for our growing portfolio of agricultural and manufacturing clients. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and rapid career progression in California's Central Valley economic hub.
Responsibilities
- Analyze financial data, trends, and metrics to support strategic business decisions
- Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts, and variance reports for executive leadership
- Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
- Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify growth opportunities
- Present complex financial insights through clear visual dashboards and executive summaries
- Ensure compliance with GAAP regulations and internal financial controls
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 3+ years of progressive financial analysis experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, modeling)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and BI tools (Tableau)
- CFA or CPA certification strongly preferred
- Strong analytical thinking with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder presentations