We are looking for a skilled Financial Analyst to join our team in Loveland, Colorado. This is a long-term contract position within the agriculture industry, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to financial operations and business analysis. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and be passionate about driving financial performance and strategic initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct daily margin analyses to identify discrepancies and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve issues.<br>• Address inquiries from field teams regarding profit and loss statements, margins, costs, supplier programs, and freight.<br>• Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports to regional, divisional, branch, and corporate stakeholders.<br>• Provide financial and business insights to support strategic objectives and improve operational efficiency.<br>• Assist managers at various levels in analyzing business performance to enhance financial results.<br>• Support the creation of budgets, strategic plans, quarterly presentations, forecasts, and monthly business narratives.<br>• Participate in the monthly financial close process, coordinating efforts with business managers and accounting teams.<br>• Collaborate across North American retail regions to identify and implement profitability improvement opportunities.<br>• Perform data harmonization testing and margin analysis to ensure consistency and accuracy.<br>• Contribute to the integration of legacy companies and handle additional duties and projects as needed.