Financial Analyst
Programmanagers, Chicago, IL, United States
Financial Analyst (Early Career Program)
Location:
Chicago, IL
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid, 2-3 days in office per week
Experience Level:
Recent Graduate (0–2 years)
Reporting Line:
This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), providing early‑career exposure to senior leadership decision‑making and enterprise‑level finance strategy.
Program Structure
Phase 1: Foundations (0–12 months)
Accounting processes (month‑end close, reconciliations, journal entries)
Billing, collections, and cash application
Financial controls and data integrity
Operational finance workflows and systems
Phase 2: Expansion (12–24 months)
Financial Planning & Analysis (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis)
Treasury (cash management, liquidity planning, banking relationships)
Business partnership and performance insights
Process improvement and automation initiatives
Phase 3: Acceleration (24+ months)
Leading cross‑functional projects
Supporting senior leadership decision‑making
Driving financial strategy for business units
Preparing for advancement into senior analyst or finance leadership tracks
Key Responsibilities
Support day‑to‑day accounting and financial operations with accuracy and attention to detail
Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes
Partner with teams across the organization to understand drivers of performance
Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling efforts
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
Present insights and recommendations to finance leadership over time
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Strong academic performance and demonstrated analytical ability
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand how businesses operate
Willingness to start with fundamentals and build expertise from the ground up
Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a team setting
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Proactive mindset with a desire to take ownership and drive impact
Interest in long‑term career growth in finance and leadership
What Makes This Role Different
Transparent development path: You will start in foundational roles by design and grow into more strategic work
Broad exposure early: Gain experience across multiple finance disciplines within your first few years
Accelerated growth: High performers will have the opportunity to move into leadership‑oriented roles earlier in their careers
Real impact: You won’t just observe—you’ll contribute meaningfully to how the business operates and makes decisions
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.
Salary Range
This role's target base annual salary range is currently $65,000-$75,000.
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Location:
Chicago, IL
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid, 2-3 days in office per week
Experience Level:
Recent Graduate (0–2 years)
Reporting Line:
This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), providing early‑career exposure to senior leadership decision‑making and enterprise‑level finance strategy.
Program Structure
Phase 1: Foundations (0–12 months)
Accounting processes (month‑end close, reconciliations, journal entries)
Billing, collections, and cash application
Financial controls and data integrity
Operational finance workflows and systems
Phase 2: Expansion (12–24 months)
Financial Planning & Analysis (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis)
Treasury (cash management, liquidity planning, banking relationships)
Business partnership and performance insights
Process improvement and automation initiatives
Phase 3: Acceleration (24+ months)
Leading cross‑functional projects
Supporting senior leadership decision‑making
Driving financial strategy for business units
Preparing for advancement into senior analyst or finance leadership tracks
Key Responsibilities
Support day‑to‑day accounting and financial operations with accuracy and attention to detail
Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes
Partner with teams across the organization to understand drivers of performance
Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling efforts
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and scalability
Present insights and recommendations to finance leadership over time
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Strong academic performance and demonstrated analytical ability
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to understand how businesses operate
Willingness to start with fundamentals and build expertise from the ground up
Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a team setting
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Proactive mindset with a desire to take ownership and drive impact
Interest in long‑term career growth in finance and leadership
What Makes This Role Different
Transparent development path: You will start in foundational roles by design and grow into more strategic work
Broad exposure early: Gain experience across multiple finance disciplines within your first few years
Accelerated growth: High performers will have the opportunity to move into leadership‑oriented roles earlier in their careers
Real impact: You won’t just observe—you’ll contribute meaningfully to how the business operates and makes decisions
Equal Opportunity Employer
Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.
Salary Range
This role's target base annual salary range is currently $65,000-$75,000.
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