Financial Analyst Jobs in Waukegan, IL

A Financial Analyst plays a crucial role in the finance industry by assessing financial data and making investment recommendations based on this information. They analyze economic conditions, business trends, and financial statements, helping businesses and individuals decide where to invest their money. They also evaluate current and historical data, study economic and business trends, and construct financial models to predict future economic conditions. Furthermore, they provide guidance on cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.

Essential skills for a Financial Analyst include strong mathematical abilities, proficiency in database management and financial software, analytical thinking, and excellent communication skills. A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) certification is a notable credential in this field. Prior to becoming a Financial Analyst, one may have roles such as a Financial Associate, Investment Banking Analyst, or an Accountant. These positions provide the necessary experience and foundational knowledge needed in financial evaluation, data analysis, and investment strategies.

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Supply Chain Financial Analyst

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Supply Chain Financial Analyst Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Are you an expert at interpreting data to identify trends that make an impact?...

Financial Analyst

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Were looking for a Financial Analyst to help support our success as a top distributor of shipping, industrial and packaging materials!...

Financial Analyst

  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Client: Pharmaceutical Duration: 6 months (Possible extension) Job Description: The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting Global Logistics Freight Payment processes, which covers all...

Business Analyst

  • Waukegan, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Waukegan, IL
  • 11 hours ago

The Business Analyst provides support to the Finance/Business Office by gathering information, generating reports, analyzing data, and providing recommendations regarding the Lake County Health...

Lead Analyst, Finance Systems (Anaplan)

  • Deerfield, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose...

Credit Analyst

  • Northfield, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Northfield, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

Financial Analyst Freight Payment

  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Financial Analyst - Freight Payment Location: North Chicago, USA PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting Global Logistics Freight Payment processes, which...

Financial Assistant

  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Wintrust Wealth Management serves the financial needs of private clients, including high net worth individuals, business owners, and institutions. Since our founding in 1931, we have been helping...

Financial Analyst I

  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Professional Customer service Financial Analyst I Description Details 1. Are you open to look at candidates willing to relocate? No 2....

Project Cost Analyst -Industrial Hyper-Scale Projects

  • Mount Pleasant, WI (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, WI (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Analyst, Sr....

Pricing Analyst / Principal Pricing Analyst

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Pricing Analyst / Principal Pricing Analyst 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 600 S Hicks Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 $70,600 - $136,800 a year - Full-time Northrop Grumman 7,442 reviews $70,600 - $136,800...

Senior Cost Analyst

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

analysis, Inventory management and control activities, and balance sheet reconciliations for multiple sites Assist Inventory Accounts Payable function as well as cash disbursements Record cost information...

Financial Analyst - Freight

  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Position: Financial Analyst Freight Payment PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting Global Logistics Freight Payment processes, which covers all aspects of Logistics...

Associate Pricing Analyst

  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Perform the functions of corporate pricing including reviewing and implementing price changes based on internal requests. Assist in establishing prices for new products, programs,...

Sr. Business Analyst - Consumer Credit Risk Manage

  • Riverwoods, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 4 days ago

at Capital One in Riverwoods, Illinois, United States Job Description Sr. Business Analyst - Consumer Credit Risk Management, Forecasting & Reporting Summary: As a Senior Business Analyst at...

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Highest Education Level

Financial Analysts in Waukegan, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.1%
Master's Degree
36.8%
High School or GED
4.1%
Associate's Degree
3.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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