Financial Analyst Jobs in Maywood, IL

A Financial Analyst in the accounting industry conducts financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking. They analyze financial data and create financial models for decision support. Their responsibilities also include improving financial status by analyzing results, monitoring variances, identifying trends and recommending actions to management. They also guide the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures, provide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimization.

To become a Financial Analyst, one should possess strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of financial software and databases, and awareness of economic and business trends are also important. A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field is required. But, additional certifications like Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can boost career prospects. Prior to becoming a Financial Analyst, a person may have roles such as an Accountant, Financial Auditor, or Financial Associate.

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Senior Financial Analyst

  • Schaumburg, IL (16 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (16 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Financial Analyst | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit....

Credit Analyst

  • Highwood, IL (22 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Highwood, IL (22 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Credit Analyst Pay from $24 to $26 per hour Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 New hires earn a $2,500 year-end bonus! Join our growing Finance team as a Credit...

Sr Financial Systems Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Fincl Planning-Decision Suppt **Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9...

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lombard, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Senior Financial Analyst Recruiter Transdev Location Lombard, Illinois, United States Salary USD 63,000.00 - 84,000.00 per year Posted 13 Jun 2025 Closes 13 Jul 2025 Ref AR3fJWWhu2Zm Job role Financial...

Financial Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

Financial Analyst - P&L Analysis

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Month-End & Financial Close: Collaborate with accounting team to support the month-end close process with a focus on accurate reporting and reconciliation....

Finance & Strategy Senior Analyst, Credit Card

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

Join a leading fintech company that's democratizing finance for all. Robinhood Markets was founded on a simple idea: that our financial markets should be accessible to all. With customers at the...

Financial Analyst II CHEF'STORE

  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemont, IL (8 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Financial Analyst to provide analytic and detailed transactional results and recommendations for improved performance and efficiency Review departmental actual expense versus budget and issue monthly...

Analyst - Cost

  • Glenview, IL (13 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenview, IL (13 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Cost Analyst, you will be responsible and accountable for product cost data file maintenance and standard cost governance, including the loading and maintenance of cost files (both direct and...

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: The National Association of REALTORS® is seeking a highly motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our team, reporting to the Associate Comptroller....

Financial Data Analyst II

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

This Financial Analyst II role is a great opportunity for the right person who wants to be part of a dynamic growing company....

Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A) Midwest Region

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Financial Analyst will: Lead the monitoring, review, and interpretation of revenue and expense trends across Acrisures lines of business....

Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A)- West Region

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Financial Analyst will: Lead the monitoring, review, and interpretation of revenue and expense trends across Acrisures lines of business....

Senior Financial Analyst, IT Finance

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

End Close financials that are managed by our Krakow team and provide accounting guidance where required....

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (9 miles from Maywood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Financial Analyst will report to Chamberlains Director of Finance and regularly engage with Chamberlains CFO....

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Salary for Financial Analyst Jobs in Maywood, IL

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Highest Education Level

Financial Analysts in Maywood, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
36.1%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%


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