Strategic Financial Analyst III

TO APPLY YOU MUST HAVE experience working with financial modeling tools such as strategic business plans, financial cash flow models, and investment analyses, including the use of NPV, MIRR, and payback period!

We’re on the lookout for an innovative and driven Strategy Financial Analyst III to join a high-performing finance team supporting one of the fastest-growing retail operations in the U.S. Known for smart, strategic growth and operational efficiency, this company empowers its teams to take on bold initiatives and deliver results that make a real impact. This Naperville-based role is a perfect fit for someone who loves working on challenging, long-range projects that guide big business decisions.

As a Strategy Financial Analyst III, you'll work on future-focused projects involving capital investment planning, market expansion analysis, and business case development for high-profile initiatives. You’ll be responsible for creating the financial story behind major investments — turning data and strategy into actionable business recommendations that shape the future.

Strategy Financial Analyst III Responsibilities:

• Build and refine detailed financial models to evaluate capital investments and strategic initiatives

• Develop business cases for new market entries, major operational upgrades, and regional expansions

• Forecast long-term financial performance and support margin development analysis

• Collect and integrate data from multiple business units to support strategic recommendations

• Develop and stress-test assumptions using market trends and internal data

• Present insights and recommendations clearly to leadership teams

• Balance individual ownership with collaboration across a dynamic, project-driven team

Strategy Financial Analyst III Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in FP&A, investment analysis, or project-based finance

• Experience working with financial modeling tools such as strategic business plans, financial cash flow models, and investment analyses, including the use of NPV, MIRR, and payback period (required)

• Advanced Excel modeling skills; strong foundation in IRR and RNOA

• Comfortable developing assumptions independently and working in ambiguous environments

• Proficiency in PowerPoint; SAP experience is a plus

• Strong communication skills and ability to turn data into a clear narrative

• Proactive, curious, and able to manage multiple long-term projects

Excited to help shape major growth initiatives and drive business strategy? Apply now and join a forward-thinking team where your work truly matters.

Best,
Ann Marie O'Sullivan
Sr. Recruiter – Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network