Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Apex Capital Partners as a Senior Financial Analyst in Chicago. You'll drive strategic decision-making through in-depth financial modeling, variance analysis, and market trend forecasting. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in one of America's most vibrant financial hubs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain complex financial models for M&A valuations and capital allocation
- Analyze quarterly performance variances and provide actionable insights to executive leadership
- Prepare monthly board reports and investor presentations with clear visualizations
- Lead cross-functional budgeting and forecasting processes across business units
- Conduct market research and competitive benchmarking to identify growth opportunities
- Collaborate with investment teams on risk assessment and portfolio optimization
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience in investment banking or asset management
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling tools
- Strong SQL skills for data extraction and manipulation from enterprise systems
- CFA or CPA certification highly desirable
- Exceptional analytical and communication skills with attention to detail