Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst - FULLY REMOTE Job Description Join our dynamic Finance Team as a Financial Analyst, where you will support the design, analysis, and delivery of innovative software and platform solutions that enhance digital engagement and operational efficiency. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, contribute to Agile development processes, and ensure high-quality outcomes. You will play a pivotal role in solution design, system analysis, testing, documentation, and production support, ensuring that solutions are scalable, efficient, and aligned with business objectives. Responsibilities Collaborate with Agile teams to define lean requirements and user stories. Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming. Translate business needs into clear technical requirements. Support solution design and data modeling with a focus on scalability, automation, and long-term supportability. Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams to build consensus on technical solutions. Partner with developers and QA teams to define and execute test cases. Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and demonstrate an understanding of various testing methodologies. Assist with release planning, deployments, and post-launch support. Troubleshoot and resolve technical and functional issues. Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of systems and reporting processes. Document workflows, data mappings, and system interactions. Participate in design reviews and other quality assurance activities. Take ownership of assigned work and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning. Essential Skills Strong analytical and technical skills. Proficiency in SQL and data analysis. Experience with Power BI and Databricks. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations. Experience working with finance teams on journal entries, premiums, claims, and billing. Ability to handle large datasets and reporting. Preferred Industry experience in healthcare is a plus. Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably 3-5+ Formal education is a nice-to-have although not required Strong communication skills and the ability to work with managers and directors. Willingness to ask questions and seek help when needed. Self-starter with the ability to take direction and share ideas. Comfortable working in a collaborative and innovative team environment. If interested please apply below! Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.46 - $45.19/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.