Sr. Data Analytics & Financial Reporting & Analytics

Senior Data Analytics & Financial Reporting Analyst (Contract) Location: Irvine, CA (Hybrid) Compensation: $50-$60 per hour Duration: Contract through year-end Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid Local Orange County candidates only Our client is seeking a Senior Data Analytics & Financial Reporting Analyst to join their Finance team on a contract basis through year-end. This position is ideal for a finance professional with a strong data analytics foundation, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to transform large data sets into meaningful financial insights and executive-ready reporting. The ideal candidate combines analytical strength with exceptional attention to detail and can produce polished deliverables for senior leadership with minimal direction. Key Responsibilities Prepare and distribute recurring weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports. Analyze large data sets and develop actionable insights to support business decisions. Perform budget-to-actual and forecast variance analyses, identifying key drivers and trends. Create, enhance, and maintain reporting tools, templates, and financial models. Support annual planning and forecasting activities through data extraction, consolidation, and reporting. Develop executive-level presentations and reporting packages for leadership meetings. Partner with Finance team members to improve reporting accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity. Assist with reporting and planning activities utilizing financial systems and data platforms. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in FP&A, financial reporting, business analytics, or corporate finance. Strong financial acumen with knowledge of data analytics, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Advanced Excel skills, including: Pivot Tables Power Query Complex formulas and nested functions Financial modeling Large data set analysis Ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Experience NetSuite PowerPoint Financial reporting and dashboard development Ideal Candidate Highly analytical with a strong data-driven mindset. Produces accurate, polished work with exceptional attention to detail. Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. Experienced preparing executive-ready reports and presentations. Able to quickly ramp up and contribute immediately. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.