Sr. Financial Analyst

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning and analytical initiatives for a Contract position based in Falmouth, Maine. This role will focus on interpreting financial data, building models, and delivering insights that help guide budgeting, forecasting, and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, comfort working with large datasets, and the ability to translate findings into clear business recommendations.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate trends, business performance, and future planning scenarios.
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate variances to identify drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare recurring and on-demand financial reports that support leadership decision-making and business planning.
• Perform detailed ad hoc analysis to address operational, financial, and strategic questions as they arise.
• Use data mining techniques to extract, organize, and interpret information from multiple sources for actionable insights.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling assumptions, validating inputs, and refining projections.
• Monitor financial performance and communicate key findings, including notable changes in revenue, cost, and margin trends.
• Assist with grant-related financial tracking and reporting to help maintain accuracy and compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, or a related analytical role.
• Demonstrated ability to build financial models and use them to support planning and performance evaluation.
• Strong background in variance analysis, including identifying root causes and presenting findings clearly.
• Experience conducting ad hoc financial analysis in response to changing business needs and priorities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and data mining techniques with the ability to work across large datasets.
• Hands-on experience with budgeting and forecasting processes in a business or institutional environment.
• Knowledge of grant accounting principles and financial reporting practices is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

Compensation

$36.41-$42.16 Hourly

About Us

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.