Financial Analyst Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Financial Operations Analyst - Clinical Research Finance & Compliance

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

Financial Operations Analyst - Clinical Research Finance & Compliance The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center - 3.9 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 1 hour ago Qualifications Microsoft...

Sr Financial Analyst, Retail Ops Financial Reporting

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting,...

Financial Operations Analyst

  • Columbus, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 3 days ago

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Financial Analyst Principal

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Job Description What Youll Do: AEP is seeking talented and motivated Financial Analyst Principal to become an integral part of our Corporate Planning and Budgeting team....

CRE Credit Analyst III

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

Job Description The Credit Analyst III is responsible for performing financial statement spreading, underwriting and credit analysis to support commercial lending and commercial loan portfolio...

Financial Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

entries, reconciling, researching discrepancies through investigation, and ad-hoc reporting + Ensure the accuracy of all inventory accounting; perform ongoing audits of activity + Prepare financial...

Senior Accounting Analyst - REMOTE

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

entries and account reconciliation during the close process Provide support to other departments such as Finance, Treasury, Corporate Accounting, Marketing, Environmental and internal and external...

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Senior Financial Analyst - 20083511

  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago

Senior Financial Analyst - 20083511 (250004HT) Senior Financial Analyst - 20083511 (250004HT) Organization: Natural Resources Agency Contact Name and Information: Theresa Ellis, ... or ......

Are you passionate about being part of a team that delivers extraordinary care to help individuals and businesses prepare for and protect their retirement? If so, then Nationwide Financial could...

Sr Financial Analyst - OPEX

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the reporting and analytics related to business unit expenses....

Financial Analyst, West Coast

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

SUMMARY: The Financial Analyst provides a broad range of financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting for multiple departments....

Senior Regulatory Financial Analyst

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

What You'll Do: This position involves, among other things, research, analysis, technical and persuasive writing, and written and oral presentations for utility consumer advocacy in such forums as...

Senior Financial Analyst (Financial Reporting) PN: 20067502

  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 10 days ago

Prepares journal entries using Oracle General Ledger system in order to track and compile a summary of account activity for monthly GAAP basis financial statements....

Analyst - Financial Planning & Analysis

  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Albany, OH (10 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: The Financial Analyst is responsible for a wide variety of financial, analytical, and accounting related tasks for Bob Evans Restaurants....

Credit Analyst (B2B Collections)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago

The Credit Analyst manages the full scope of collections for assigned accounts to ensure payment is received on a timely basis. Job Duties: Reviews past due accounts receivables daily for assigned...

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Salary for Financial Analyst Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

Financial Analysts in Columbus, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.0%
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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