Description We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Waukegan, Illinois. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in analyzing financial data, creating detailed reports, and providing actionable insights to support decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and cost analysis. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough financial analyses to evaluate business performance and trends. • Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making. • Perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and forecasted results. • Generate ad hoc financial reports to address specific business needs and provide valuable insights. • Utilize data mining techniques to extract and analyze large datasets for actionable information. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate budgets and forecasts. • Implement and oversee standard costing methods to ensure consistency and efficiency. • Apply cost accounting principles to assess and optimize company operations. • Present findings and recommendations to senior management through clear and concise reporting. Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 Benefits: Health, dental, vision Requirements • Proven experience in financial analysis and modeling, with a track record of delivering actionable insights. • Strong proficiency in variance analysis and the ability to identify key drivers of financial performance. • Expertise in creating ad hoc reports tailored to specific business needs. • Familiarity with data mining techniques for analyzing large datasets. • Solid understanding of budgeting and forecasting processes. • Knowledge of standard costing practices and their implementation. • Background in cost accounting and its application in operational assessments. • Advanced skills in financial tools and software, including spreadsheets and analytics platforms. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .