Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to provide meaningful financial insight for a dynamic distribution business in Glen Allen, Virginia. In this role, you will work closely with operational and leadership teams to interpret performance, support planning activities, and strengthen decision-making across the organization. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with high-volume data, inventory-driven operations, and profitability analysis in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Produce recurring financial reports and evaluate results across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles

• Contribute to budget preparation, forecast updates, and longer-term financial planning initiatives

• Track business performance metrics such as sales, margin, inventory movement, and operating spend to highlight notable changes

• Assess distribution-related expenses, including freight, warehousing, and broader supply chain costs, to identify efficiency opportunities

• Review inventory valuation, cost behavior, and financial variances to support accurate analysis and reporting

• Build and maintain financial models that inform pricing strategy, profitability reviews, and operational planning

• Collaborate with department leaders to explain financial outcomes and offer recommendations that support stronger business performance

• Assist with month-end finance activities, including reconciliations, accrual support, dashboard enhancements, and ad hoc analysis for management

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• At least 2 years of experience in financial analysis, FP& A, accounting, or a comparable finance-focused position
• Background in distribution, manufacturing, supply chain, or other inventory-intensive environments is preferred
• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting practices
• Familiarity with cost analysis, variance review, financial modeling, and margin-focused reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Clear communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• High attention to detail and proficiency in data analysis techniques for business insight generation