Financial Analyst

At MarketSource, we believe better sales begin with better relationships. Our proven alternative to outsourced sales is led by a proprietary process that helps businesses thrive by fostering deeper connections between people and brands. Experience has shown us that successful sales initiatives aren’t about having more boots on the ground; they’re about having the right people in those boots.

MarketSource is currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team. We are seeking a motivated, team oriented person who will be responsible for the analysis of financial performance within its Commercial, Automotive, or Retail segments.

* Assist in preparation of budgets, monthly forecasts, financial reports and variance explanations for respective programs * Monitor segment and program adherence to approved budgets and provide sales & margin analysis as & when necessary * Review program P&L’s with the respective program managers * Assist in training for the Program Managers on finance & accounting principles * Profitability analysis of ongoing projects * Month-end close responsibilities, revenue accruals, & expense tracking * Collect monthly billings from programs & review for billing process * Process monthly billings from programs & collect on Accounts Receivable * Audit weekly expense, travel, & payroll reports for programs

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:** * Ability to coordinate and successfully complete multiple projects simultaneously * Ability to effectively communicate with multiple layers of management. * Ability to make decisions utilizing proper analytical tools * Ability to work effectively as an accountable member on a diverse team * Necessary problem solving skills to complete complex tasks on time * Able to analyze, understand and explain variance reports * Possess necessary skills to learn and understand finance structure of organization * Ability to communicate to a diverse audience in non financial terms. * Strong knowledge of MS Excel including (vlookups, macros and linking) * Ability to expand business knowledge beyond requirements of current responsibilities **Preferred Qualifications:** * Bachelor’s degree in Business required concentration in Accounting or Finance preferred * 0 to 2 years financial analysis experience or accounting experience preferred * Recent college graduates with internship experience are encouraged to apply * Required to work core business hours of approximately 8:30-5:30 may be required to work additional hours as needed * Performs additional job duties as assigned