Financial Analyst

LightEdge Solutions is developing the IT solutions that will propel businesses forward over the next 10 years. Using a combination of shared and private/dedicated platforms, LightEdge has been successful in offering businesses alternatives that streamline operations, improve reliability and reduce costs.

If you are passionate about creating real solutions that help businesses with cutting-edge technology, want to be challenged to think out of the box and be in a position where you can impact change on a daily basis, then LightEdge can offer you a dynamic corporate environment built on teamwork and personal responsibility.

Lightedge is seeking a motivated Financial Analyst to support our team. The Financial Analyst reports to the VP of Strategic Finance and will support monthly reporting, annual budgeting and strategic financial analysis for all aspects of Lightedge’s operations. This role is instrumental in providing executives with strategic financial insights to help support strategic decision making. 

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for executives and the board
• Assists in the development of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts 
• Maintain long-term model for strategic planning
• Conduct financial analysis to help drive strategic decision making
• Identify trends in financial performance and provide recommendations for improvement
• Monitor KPIs and assist in providing analysis on various metrics
• Partner closely across departments to analyze and report on customer and sales data, product margins & capacity planning
• Assist in ad hoc strategic analysis and reporting request from various departments throughout the company

•  Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent is required
• 1-2+ years of strategic finance, investment banking, private equity or management consulting experience
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Extensive experience in working with large data sets and financial modeling
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities while working in a fast-paced and vibrant environment
• Self-starter attitude with strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability
• Extensive experience working with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

With over 20 years in business, LightEdge offers a full stack of best-in-class IT services delivering flexibility, security, and control. Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud platforms, and the top global security and compliance measures. Our owned and operated facilities, integrated DR solutions, and premium compliant cloud choices make up a true Hybrid Cloud Solution Center. LightEdge annually undergoes third-party audits for ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS 3.2, and SSAE 18 SOC 1 Type II, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3.