Financial Data Analyst - May 2026 to December 2026 | F-1 OPT / STEM OPT

About this role

Financial Data Analyst

Location:
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Eligibility:
Master's Graduates | F-1 OPT / STEM OPT Candidates

Job Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Data Analyst to analyze financial information, prepare reports, and support data-driven business decisions. The ideal candidate should have a background in finance, analytics, accounting, or a related field, along with strong technical and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data, revenue, expenses, and business performance.
• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Use SQL and Excel to extract, organize, and analyze datasets.
• Monitor financial trends, KPIs, and budget performance.
• Identify discrepancies and support data validation processes.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and business teams.
• Present findings and insights to support decision-making.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Financial Analytics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of financial reporting and data analysis.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and SQL.
• Familiarity with Power BI or Tableau.
• Understanding of financial statements and key performance metrics.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Financial Modeling and Reporting
• SQL and Advanced Excel
• Power BI / Tableau
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Data Visualization
• Financial Statement Analysis

Candidate Profile

• Recent Master's graduates or candidates completing their degree in 2026.
• Candidates currently residing in the United States.
• F-1 OPT / STEM OPT candidates may apply.

Application Details:
Interested candidates may share their updated resume, graduation month/year, current U.S. location, and work authorization status.

Note:
Sample job description only. Confirm the actual opening and employer's OPT/STEM OPT eligibility before posting.