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Financial Analyst / Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing

Atlanta, GA · Posted November 12, 2026

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About the job

Financial Analyst / Accountant – Atlanta, GA

Salary: $74,880 Annually ($36/hour equivalent)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This Financial Analyst / Accountant opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting and finance professional with a strong background in financial planning and analysis (FP&A). The ideal candidate will bring hands-on accounting experience while having a strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.

Opportunity to take ownership of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes

Hands-on role combining FP&A responsibilities with general accounting operations

Work closely with leadership to provide financial insights and support business decisions

Broad exposure to financial reporting, cash flow management, and accounting operations

Great fit for someone with a strong accounting foundation who enjoys the analytical side of finance

Key Responsibilities

As the Financial Analyst / Accountant, you will:

Lead financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial projections

Prepare detailed variance analysis, comparing actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts

Develop financial reports and analyze trends to provide meaningful insights to leadership

Assist with cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance

Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation

Oversee and assist with general accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management

Support annual audits, internal reporting, and improvements to accounting and financial processes

Qualifications

Ideal candidates for this Financial Analyst / Accountant role will have:

Strong financial planning and analysis (FP&A) experience required, including hands-on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience

Strong background in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close

Experience preparing budgets, financial forecasts, and analyzing financial performance

Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling and working with large financial data sets

Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or similar ERP systems

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Why This Role?

This Financial Analyst / Accountant position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both accounting and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting foundation but will truly excel in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis . You’ll play an important role in helping leadership understand financial performance, plan for the future, and make informed business decisions.

If you’re an experienced Financial Analyst or Accountant looking for a position where you can utilize your FP&A expertise while remaining involved in accounting operations, this could be a great opportunity!

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