Finance Specialist

Job Description

Finance Specialist | Consulting

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Consulting, located in Northbrook, IL. Consulting is a professional services organization that delivers data-driven financial and business solutions to clients across diverse industries. The firm partners with organizations to improve financial performance, optimize processes, and support strategic decision-making. Team members collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and provide tailored recommendations. A Finance Specialist plays a key role in these engagements, applying strong technical and consulting skills while gaining exposure to a variety of projects and industries. The work environment emphasizes professional growth, integrity, and client service.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Northbrook, IL

• Mission: This role supports client engagements and internal decision-making by accurately preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial statements.
• Tech Stack: Excel, financial ERP systems, accounting systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Analyze: Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements to support client projects and internal strategy development.
• Account: Perform day-to-day accounting tasks, including assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Report: Analyze financial data to identify trends, potential risks, and strategic opportunities, then present these findings in clear reports and presentations.
• Collaborate: Work closely with cross-functional internal teams and respond effectively to client inquiries during engagements.
• Improve: Contribute to ongoing process improvements and the establishment of financial best practices within the firm and for clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Candidates should possess a solid foundation in core finance principles, including financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting. A strong understanding of accounting concepts and practices, such as account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger management, is also essential for this role.
• Experience: Proficiency with spreadsheet and financial software, such as Excel, financial ERP, or accounting systems, is required for daily tasks.
• Skills: Possess strong analytical capabilities to thoroughly evaluate complex financial data, identify underlying trends, and formulate data-driven recommendations for clients. Demonstrate proficiency in accurately interpreting and preparing various financial statements in accordance with standard accounting principles. Exhibit effective communication skills to clearly explain intricate financial insights to both financial and non-financial stakeholders, fostering productive collaboration with clients and internal teams. Maintain a high degree of attention to detail and strong organizational skills to effectively manage multiple priorities within a consulting environment.
• Bonus: Relevant certifications like CPA or CFA, or progress toward them, are a plus. Prior experience in consulting, professional services, or corporate finance is also beneficial but not required.