Lead Financial Analyst (Financial Reporting & Regulatory Strategy)

TL;DR

Lead Financial Analyst (Financial Reporting & Regulatory Strategy): Providing value-added financial services supporting complex financial reporting, regulatory initiatives, and strategic business analysis with an accent on technical accounting research and regulatory compliance. Focus on preparing financial disclosures, developing analytical studies on historical and forecast data, and driving continuous process improvements across finance operations.

Location: Must be based in Columbus, OH

Salary: $124,800–$158,100

Company

hirify.global is a professional staffing firm providing specialized recruitment and employment services across various technical and financial sectors.

What you will do

• Lead the preparation, compilation, and review of periodic financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Research reporting issues and interpret the impact of new accounting and regulatory proposals.
• Prepare comprehensive financial analyses, variance reports, and pro-forma models.
• Support regulatory initiatives by gathering data and preparing regulatory schedules.
• Partner across corporate and business units to align financial strategies with operational execution.
• Identify and optimize existing financial processes to maximize efficiency and reporting workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related business discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in corporate finance, accounting, or regulatory finance.
• Strong working knowledge of financial statements, variance analysis, and key financial metrics.
• Proficiency in advanced PC applications, financial modeling, and data organization tools.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvements and cross-functional partnership.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
• Experience in multiple functional finance areas across corporate accounting and regulatory or operational finance.
• Prior experience within regulated industries, utilities, or complex corporate reporting environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement plan participation.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Commitment to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
• Equal Opportunity Employer environment.