Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance
Job Description
As a Senior Corporate Strategy Analyst, you will play a vital role in driving the company's growth and development. This position will be responsible for conducting comprehensive financial, commercial, operational, supply chain, capital expenditure, and other strategic business analyses. The Lead Analyst will play a key role in guiding financial decisions by providing insights and recommendations based on thorough analysis and modeling.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on industry trends, competitive landscape, and market dynamics to identify growth opportunities and potential risks.
- Assist in the development and execution of the company's strategic initiatives, including business development plans and investment decisions.
- Lead the financial modeling and due diligence process for all major investment projects.
- Build, maintain and support multiple large and complex, strategic in nature projects that have a high degree of scope and risk, on time and within budget
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data, generate insights, and present recommendations to senior management.
- Through ongoing tool development, quantitative analysis, KPIs and insights generation, inform business decisions and improvement priorities which maximize value creation
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented strategies and initiatives, making adjustments as needed to ensure their success.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends to provide strategic insights and recommendations to support the company's long-term goals.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related STEM. 7+years of experience in a similar role, preferably in management consulting or corporate strategy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and develop data-driven insights.
- Excellent research and data analysis abilities, with proficiency in using analytical tools and software.
- Advanced excel and power point skills required
- Advanced financial modeling skills preferred
- Excellent quantitative, analytical, interpersonal and communications skills required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to different stakeholders.
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of key strategic concepts and frameworks.
- Experience managing and manipulating data sets utilizing analytical tools (Tableau, Altreyx, etc.) preferred
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time required
Meet Your Recruiter
CAROLYN GORMAN
Senior Executive Recruiter & Talent Advisor
Carolyn is an industry veteran who brings more than 18 years of talent acquisition and client service expertise. She partners with leaders in finance, accounting, and corporate administration to design and deliver recruiting strategies that strengthen teams, reinforce culture, and secure enduring talent. Her career began in corporate finance, where she held roles in GM’s accounting and finance rotational program, served as a Senior Financial Analyst for a robotics company, and worked as an Assistant Controller in manufacturing. These experiences gave her a deep understanding of operational finance and shaped the analytical lens she brings to every search. Carolyn’s career path has been dynamic, balancing professional growth with motherhood, which adds a layer of empathy and authenticity to her consultative approach. She later transitioned into recruiting, holding leadership roles with Robert Half, Vaco, and Swank Motion Pictures. This mix of experience across both large, global staffing firms and corporate finance environments gives her clients the benefit of both breadth and depth in talent solutions. Carolyn is known for building genuine connections that put clients and candidates at ease. She advises and mentors candidates as thoughtfully as she serves her clients, offering practical insight and encouragement that extend well beyond individual searches. A dedicated mentor and community advocate, she continues to passionately support emerging professionals as they chart meaningful, value-driven career paths.