Financial Analyst at Rural King in Mattoon, IL

Summary: Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, dedicated to serving rural communities. As a Financial Analyst, you will gather, analyze, and communicate financial data to drive business results, while partnering with key stakeholders and managing financial projects. Responsibilities: - Executing financial projects consisting of gathering, analyzing, interpreting, communicating, and monitoring financial data to drive business results across Rural King - Partnering with key stakeholders to address financial information - Supporting the financial project management needs of the Financial Planning and Analysis team - Understanding the business unit(s) and the operating systems that support them - Serving as a project resource defining and executing projects regarding various business initiatives - Preparing business cases including financials and success factors for proposed operating and/or product changes - Conducting pilot tests of proposed operating and/or product changes - Completing post-audit of business cases after implementation is complete - Managing projects independently that typically cross multiple business units, divisions, or states - Creating and maintaining pro-forma and cash flow models for current and future areas/projects - Preparing and/or training others on financial systems and serving as a technical resource to accounting team - Generating and presenting financial reporting to Finance Department - Providing input for setting project priorities and for project results - Using discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism - Actively participating in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars - Providing friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively - Demonstrating behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement - Performing other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - At least 1 year of financial experience or equivalent combination of experience and education - Confidence in playing an integral role in the annual business planning process - Experience and proficiency collaborating as a project team member and managing a segment of the project work - Proficient in completing financial projects and seeking out desired results - Experience and proficiency with problem-solving and interpersonal communication - Proficient presenting financial data to management - Proficient in financial analysis combined with insight into the nuances of the retail segment - Proficient preparing data sets, statistical reports, and computer applications to support financial analysis work - Experience and proficiency in analyzing financial statements and financial reports - Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel - Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn VBA programming - Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills - Excellent customer service skills - Strong understanding of retail business practices - Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills - Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations - Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically - Ability to navigate and access all facilities - Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices - Close vision for computer-related activities Required Skills: Financial analysis, Microsoft Excel, Financial reporting Important Skills: VBA programming, Project management Nice-to-Have Skills: Customer service Benefits: 401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%, Healthcare plans to support your needs, Virtual doctor visits, Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program, 15% Associate Discount, Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program, Associate Assistance Program, RK Cares Associate Hardship Program, 24/7 Chaplaincy Services