Financial Analyst - Customer Finance - Chicago, IL

This position is responsible for driving financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting for the business unit(s) they support.  Accountable for financial plans, monthly reporting and accounting for assigned areas of responsibilities including business drivers that impact results. Provides administrative support and serves as a resource in resolving problems and issues. Influences performance with expense and productivity tracking, analysis and communications with business partners.

• Perform month end closing responsibilities.  Assist in the preparation of monthly internal financial reports including effective analysis of key performance indicators. 
• Makes decisions based on knowledge of work performed and policies and procedures.
• Proactive identification and communication of financial issues. .
• Participate and support initiatives and projects as needed. May lead a project. .
• Assist with coordination and preparation of the annual plan and monthly forecast. Performs administrative support required to support your business unit. 
• Utilizes data to prepare requested graphs, charts, presentations or reports focused on financial related metrics and activities. 
• Utilize advanced skills and experience to resolve complex problems or situations.     
• Perform other duties or special projects as requested by senior management.