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finance associate

Gallagher

<div><b>Introduction</b><br>
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At Gallagher Benefit Services, you&rsquo;re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it&rsquo;s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We&rsquo;re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you&rsquo;re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.</div><br>
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<b>Overview</b><div><br>
Your Way Insurance is a people-first organization built on compassion, integrity, and service. Our greatest strength lies in our talented and driven team, dedicated to helping seniors find Medicare plans that truly fit their needs, the right way. Through our one-stop shopping experience, we make it easy to compare top national health insurance carriers and choose coverage with confidence.</div><div></div><div><br>
Now part of Gallagher, a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting, you&rsquo;ll join a network of professionals committed to empowering individuals, businesses, and communities to thrive. Whether you're supporting clients directly or contributing behind the scenes, you'll be part of a culture defined Your Way: shared values, excellence, and a passion for doing what's right.</div><div></div><div><br>
We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance &amp; Accounting Associate to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records while leveraging your analytical skills to provide valuable insights that drive business decisions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contributing to both day-to-day accounting operations and enabling data-driven decisions across the organization.</div><br>
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<b>How you'll make an impact</b><ul><li><br>
Execute day-to-day accounting tasks, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries, ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial data.</li><li>Perform in-depth data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvements across financial and operational datasets.</li><li>Assist in calculation and management of regular sales performance incentives and coordinate with payroll department on compensation-related items.</li><li>Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts to maintain precision and completeness in financial reporting.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring of financial performance.</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).</li><li>Ensure consistent operational and financial reporting while adapting to evolving requirements.</li></ul><br>
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<b>About You</b><div><br>
Required: Bachelor's degree (Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration) and 2 years of related experience required.
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Preferred:</div><div><ul><li><br>
Understanding of GAAP, with a willingness to learn and apply key principles.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn new software. Experience with existing tools is a plus.</li><li>Experience in data analysis and working with large datasets; data visualization experience is a plus.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul></div><br>
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<b>Compensation and benefits</b><p><br>
We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.
</p><p>Below are the <b>minimum core benefits</b> you&rsquo;ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
</p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!</li><li>
Life and accident insurance</li><li>
401(K) and Roth options</li><li>
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)</li><li>
Educational expense reimbursement</li><li>
Paid parental leave</li></ul><div><b>
Other benefits include:</b></div><ul><li>
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)</li><li>
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)</li><li>
Training programs</li><li>
Gallagher Thrive program &ndash; elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing</li><li>
Charitable matching gift program</li><li>
And more...</li></ul><div><i>
**The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.</i></div><div></div><div><b><br>
We value inclusion and diversity</b></div><p>
Click Here to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements</p><p>
Inclusion and diversity (I&amp;D) is a core part of our business, and it&rsquo;s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.
</p><p>Gallagher embraces our employees&rsquo; diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.</p><p>
Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as &ldquo;protected characteristics&rdquo;) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
</p><p>Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.</p></div>

Finance Associate

BRAVEN

<div><p><b>Job Title</b>: Associate Director, Talent Acquisitions and Operations</p><p><b>
Team</b>: People &amp; Operations</p><p><b>
Location</b>: In-Person in Atlanta (GA), Chicago (IL), New York (NYC) or Newark (NJ)</p><p><b>
Employment Type</b>: Full-time</p><p><b>
FLSA Classification</b>: Exempt</p><p><b>
Start Date</b>: ASAP</p><p></p>
About Braven<p>
Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program.</p><p>
We work with higher education and employer partners to offer a life-changing experience that begins with a semester-long course for college students, followed by support that lasts through graduation.
</p><p>Together, our ambition is to help rebuild the middle class and revitalize the American Dream.</p><p>
To learn more, take a look at Braven&rsquo;s Jobs Report.</p><p></p>
About the Role<p>
In order to achieve its ambition of serving 80,000&ndash;100,000 Fellows over the next decade, Braven is hiring an Associate Director, Talent Acquisition and Operations, who will be a critical individual contributor on the People Team. This role is responsible for ensuring a seamless, equitable, and high-quality employee experience across the full talent lifecycle. The Associate Director will leverage operational excellence, data-driven decision-making, and people-centered problem-solving to support hiring managers, candidates, and employees. In addition, this role will manage a small portfolio of searches, supporting the full-cycle recruitment process from sourcing through offer.</p><p>
This role is on the People and Operations team and reports directly to the Director, Talent Acquisitions.</p><p></p>
What You'll Do<p><b>
Talent Operations &amp; Employee Lifecycle Management (50%)</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and maintain documentation, SOPs, and knowledge-sharing resources for consistent, scalable talent operations.</li><li>
Own the interview coordination process, ensuring speed, consistency, accuracy, and a world-class candidate experience.</li><li>
Support compliance efforts, audits, and reporting in partnership with People Operations, Finance, and Legal</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and deliver operational excellence across the talent lifecycle.</li><li>
Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or risks in people processes and proactively propose solutions to the Director Talent Acquisitions while comfortable building from zero and energized by the absence of existing playbooks.</li></ul><p><b>
Systems, Data &amp; Process Improvement (30%)</b></p><ul><li>
Serve as the subject matter expert for the recruitment technology ecosystem (e.g., Workday and Workable) managing configurations, integrations, troubleshooting, and user support.</li><li>
Approach broken processes with curiosity while mapping, diagnosing, and fixing inefficiencies with a systems-thinking mindset.</li><li>
Drive innovation in recruitment technology by identifying opportunities to simplify workflows, integrate new tech and AI, and enhance overall efficiency.</li><li>
Build dashboards, analyze KPIs, and co-translate recruiting data into actionable recommendations that inform strategic decisions.</li></ul><p><b>
Talent Acquisition &amp; Hiring Support (20%)</b></p><ul><li>
Manage a small portfolio of searches, supporting end-to-end hiring processes including job setup, interview logistics, candidate communications, and offer coordination.</li><li>
Ensure data accuracy, process consistency, and timely movement of candidates within the Applicant Tracking System.</li><li>
Deliver an equitable, candidate-centered hiring experience that reflects Braven's values</li><li>
Co-lead enablement sessions on interview best practices and hiring processes, earning trust and building strong relationships with hiring managers across functions.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
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Minimum Requirements<ul><li>
At least 3 - 5 years of experience in talent operations, HR operations, recruiting operations, or a related field.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience supporting hiring processes and partnering with hiring managers in a fast-paced or growing organization</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in ambiguity.</li><li>
Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with a strong focus on process improvement and operational excellence.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with candidates, employees, and leaders.</li><li>
High level of comfort using tools such as Google Suite, HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., Workable, Workday), Slack, Jira, or similar systems.</li><li>
Proficiency in leveraging, implementing, and optimizing leading technology tools, including proven experience leading change management processes.</li><li>
Alignment with and exemplification of Braven&rsquo;s core values and mission.</li></ul><ul><li>
Highly organized and able to manage multiple roles, recruiters, and workflows simultaneously without losing track of details.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to building strong and welcoming cultures that help to develop others.</li><li>
Exemplification of Braven&rsquo;s core values.</li><li>
Experience that has informed your belief in Braven&rsquo;s mission and has prepared you to work with, or for, Braven&rsquo;s student Fellow population.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>
Please know that no one ever meets 100% of the preferred qualifications. If much of this describes you, we encourage you to apply.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>
Work Demands</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to work in-person in Atlanta (GA), Chicago (IL), New York (NYC), or Newark (NJ) 3 days per week</li><li>
Travel for the team's annual planning meetings 3 -4 times a year</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Authorized to work in the U.S.</li><li>
Braven doesn&rsquo;t offer employment visa sponsorship</li></ul><p><b>
Application &amp; Interview Process</b></p><p>
While the interview process may vary slightly, the general process will be:</p><ul><li>
Phone screen with Talent Team member</li><li>
Performance Task</li><li>
Interview with Hiring Manager</li><li>
Panel Interview with Key Partners</li><li>
Reference Checks</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
Benefits</b><br>
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Compensation and Benefits<p>
Braven offers competitive base salaries based on the midpoint of the market among not-for-profit organizations of similar size, with opportunities for salary growth over time. We believe in compensating staff members fairly in relation to each other, their qualifications, and their impact on behalf of the organization, and take internal and external equity seriously. Given our commitment to equity, Braven does not negotiate salary offers; instead, each salary offer is determined carefully using external and internal benchmarking.</p><p>
Starting salary within the range is determined by role scope and qualifications, with new hires starting at the lower end to allow for growth with performance. Braven does not base compensation on individual candidate salary expectations and is committed to maintaining internal equity. The salary ranges, by geographic market, for this role are set forth $59,500-$74,300 in Atlanta, $62,700-$78,300 in Chicago, and $69,000-$86,200 in New York City and Newark. This is based on a 50-hour work week. This is a full-time, regular, exempt, and benefits eligible position where you will be working at 100% capacity.</p><p>
Braven also provides competitive, comprehensive benefits, recognition, and career development. While Braven reserves the right to change benefits at any time, current benefits include:</p><ul><li>
Unlimited vacation time in addition to org-wide holidays and week-long shutdowns in July and the end of the calendar year (this is a minimum of 19 days per year)</li><li>
Braven supports your path to parenthood and beyond with $25,000 in lifetime Carrot benefits for fertility, family-building, and hormonal health</li><li>
Match of your 401K contribution up to 5% of your base annual salary, starting your first full month</li><li>
Coverage of 85% of health insurance premium for employee and dependents</li><li>
12 weeks of paid parental leave</li><li>
A one-month paid sabbatical after 4 years on staff</li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>
Please note that Braven is firm in its compensation philosophy; therefore, only candidates who believe our total rewards package aligns with what they are looking for in their next opportunity are encouraged to apply.</i></b></p><p></p><p><b>
Location</b></p><p>
We gather in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) and work remotely 2 days a week (Monday and Friday). Therefore, this role requires teammates to live within commuting distance of one of our hubs: Atlanta, Chicago, New York, or Newark. We believe in the magic, connection, and collaboration that happens when people work together face-to-face, and we believe in giving people flexibility to focus, balance personal priorities, and save themselves two commutes per week.</p><p><i>
Braven is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. We encourage talented individuals of all backgrounds to apply.</i></p></div><p></p>

Associate Director, Talent Acquisition & Operations

The Equus Group

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Financial Analyst

City of Chicago, IL

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>416276</b></div><div><div>
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Description</b><div></div><div><b><br>
BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT</b></div><div><b>
Paralegal II</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Department of Law</b></div><div><b>
Finance Division</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Number of Positions: 2</b></div><div><b>
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)</b></div><div><b>
Starting Salary: $68,616.00 annually</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City&rsquo;s collective bargaining agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) &ndash; BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 &amp; 5. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
BID INSTRUCTIONS:</b><b> Apply on the bid site: </b><b>https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en</b><b> AND</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
1. Check the box on your profile titled &ldquo;Currently employed by the City of Chicago&rdquo;</b></div><div><b>
2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled &lsquo;payee/employee number&rsquo;)</b></div><div><b>
3. Select your correct bargaining unit.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on </b><b>July 2, 2026.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Under supervision, functions at the senior level, providing paraprofessional legal and administrative support to attorneys, and performs related duties as required.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES</b></div><ul><li> Works with Finance Division attorneys in preparing for and closing transactions.</li><li> Uses templates to prepare initial drafts of multi-family housing loan documents, agreements with service providers for special service areas, mortgage releases, freight tunnel agreements, ordinances, intergovernmental agreements, grant agreements, and other documents.</li><li> Revises drafts as directed by attorneys.</li><li> Assists with closing multi-family housing loans, bond issuances, tax increment financing, and other transactions.</li><li> Organizes and reviews due diligence materials.</li><li> Prepares Uniform Commercial Code financing statements.</li><li> Prepares and updates closing checklists.</li><li> Updates attorney on outstanding items.</li><li> Obtains certified ordinances and client signatures.</li><li> Reviews economic disclosure statements.</li><li> Assembles closing documents.</li><li> Prepares closing transcripts and scans signed documents into electronic folders.</li><li> Assists in preparing files for warehousing.</li><li> Records documents with Cook County Clerk&rsquo;s office.</li><li> May deliver legal documents to offices, personnel, and courtrooms, as necessary.</li><li> May prepare outgoing documents for mailing, as necessary.</li><li> May respond to inquiries from our client departments or from other parties to our transactions, as necessary.</li></ul><div><i>
Additional duties may be required for this position.</i></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Location:</b><b> </b>121 N. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60602</div><div><b>
Days:</b> Monday through Friday</div><div><b>
Hours:</b> 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM</div><p><b>
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE</b></p></div><div><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><div><br>
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor&rsquo;s degree, and a paralegal certificate from a paralegal training program accredited by the American Bar Association,</div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher, plus one (1) year of work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal,</div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
graduation from an accredited college with an associate degree, plus (2) years of work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal,</div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
graduation from an accredited college or university with a juris doctor from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association,</div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
completion of a paralegal certificate obtained from a training institution accredited by the American Bar Association, plus one (1) year of work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal,</div><div><b>
OR</b></div><div>
five (5) years of work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS</b></div><div>
This position requires applicants to successfully complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or skills assessment as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.</div><p><b>
NOTE: </b>Applicants will be required to provide a writing sample.</p><p><b>
Writing Sample Criteria</b></p><div>
 Applicants must submit a writing sample prior to their scheduled interviews. All writing samples submitted in consideration for employment must comply with the following criteria:</div><div></div><p><br>
 I. The sample may either be a professional project report, academic project report, an official communication related to a professional or academic project, or a work-related report or communication.</p><p>
 II. Each writing sample submitted must be no more than five (5) pages.</p><p>
 III. Each writing sample must be accompanied by a cover page explaining:</p><p>
A. The sample's original purpose (e.g. a writing class, a professional project, a memorandum for an employer).</p><p>
B. When (MM/DD/YYYY) and for whom the sample was written.</p><p>
C. The extent of editing by any third party (if any).</p><p>
D. If the writing sample is an excerpt from a larger document, identify that larger document and provide context, if necessary.</p><p>
If an applicant chooses to submit a writing sample containing confidential or privileged information, the applicant must identify the steps taken (redactions, name changes, or consent from the client or employer) to preserve the confidential or privileged nature of the document.</p><div><b>
For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</b></div><p><b>
APPLICATION EVALUATION:</b><b> </b>Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.</p><p><b>
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:</b> To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. <b><i>These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.</i></b><b><i> </i></b><b><i>For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.</i></b><b> </b>To learn more about our hiring practices click here.</p><div><b>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
City of Chicago</b></div><div>
Brandon Johnson, Mayor</div></div><div><div><br>
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Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Jun 18, 2026, 12:00:00 AM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Jul 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM</div><div><b>
BU</b><b>:</b> 01 | <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> $68,616.00 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

PARALEGAL II

ZS Associates

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ZS</b> is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by <b>bringing together data, science, technology</b> and <b>human ingenuity</b> to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you&rsquo;ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a <b>client-first mentality</b> to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.</p><br>
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Responsibilities:</div><div><ul><li><br>
Act as a trusted finance partner to senior business leaders, supporting account, practice, or portfolio level decision making with clear financial insights and perspectives</li><li>Influence commercial outcomes by proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and trade offs related to revenue, margin, investment, and resource allocation.</li><li>Directly support pricing, deal structuring, and commercial evaluations, ensuring alignment with firm financial objectives and risk thresholds.</li><li>Lead forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis processes to support short and long term business planning</li><li>Monitor financial performance versus plan, identify variances, and provide clear explanations and recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Develop and deliver meaningful management reporting, including P&amp;L analysis, margin drivers, and investment tracking.</li><li>Serve as a mentor and coach to junior Finance Business Partners and analysts, responsible for helping them develop their technical skills, business acumen, and confidence in stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Ensure strong financial hygiene across project and account level reporting, including forecast accuracy, committed spend visibility, and financial controls.</li><li>Partner with cross functional teams to support procurement, investment tracking, and compliance with finance processes.
</li><li>Support month end, quarter end, and year end close activities, ensuring data integrity and timeliness.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert within Finance Business Partnering, supporting best practices, training, and knowledge sharing.
</li><li>Actively contribute to continuous improvement of finance tools, processes, and reporting standards.</li><li>Act as a role model for effective business partnership, professionalism, and financial rigor, helping raise the overall maturity and effectiveness of the team</li></ul></div><div><br>
Qualifications:</div><div><ul><li><br>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA/CPA, other designations a plus, but not required.
</li><li>5-7 years of progressive experience in commercial finance, corporate finance, financial planning &amp; analysis (FP&amp;A), consulting, or similar finance business partnering role.</li><li>Strong financial acumen, including P&amp;L management, forecasting, variance analysis, and commercial modeling.
</li><li>Proven experience partnering with - and presenting to - senior stakeholders in order to influence decision making.
</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint and financial analysis skills; strong proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools.
</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts into clear, business relevant insights and recommendations.</li><li>Sound judgment to constructively challenge stakeholders while also supporting business needs</li><li>Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, ownership, and personal initiative</li><li>Excellent organizational and task management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li></ul></div><ul><li>
Fluency in English</li><li>
Client-first mentality</li><li>
Intense work ethic</li><li>
Colllaborative spirit and problem-solving approach</li></ul><br>
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How you&rsquo;ll grow:</b></p><ul><li>
Cross-functional skills development &amp; custom learning pathways</li><li>
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities</li><li>
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Perks &amp; Benefits:</b></p><p>
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Hybrid working model:</b></p><p>
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Travel:</b></p><p>
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Considering applying?</b></p><p>
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems&mdash;the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.</p><p></p><p><br>
If you&rsquo;re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.<br>
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ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.<br>
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To complete your application:<br>
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.<br>
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NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.<br>
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Find Out More At:<br>
www.zs.com</p></div>

Finance Specialist - Finance Business Partnership

<p><b>Job description</b></p><p>NEA is looking for candidates who have a patient and nurturing personality, are highly organized, dependable, and creative.</p><p><b>Responsibilities include:</b></p><p>- Assist lead teacher in implementing NEA's educational program</p><p>- Meet the individual needs of the children</p><p>- Interact with the children to support play and exploration</p><p>- Ensure the children are supervised at all times</p><p>- Help to maintain organized and clean classrooms</p><p>- Be friendly and approachable with children, staff, and families</p><p><b>Benefits:</b></p><p><b>- PTO</b></p><p><b>- 1 week of paid winter holiday break</b></p><p><b>- 1 week of paid sick time</b></p><p><b>- Employee childcare discount</b></p><p><b>- Health and life insurance</b></p><p><b>- Pension Plan</b></p><p><b>- Paid staff development days</b></p><p><b>License/Certification:</b></p><p>CPR Certification (Preferred)</p><p>Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)</p><p>Job Type: <b>Full-time</b></p><p><b>Schedule:</b></p><p>8 hour shift</p><p>Monday to Friday</p><p>COVID-19 considerations:</p><p>Must be fully vaccinated at date of hire</p><p><b>Education:</b></p><p>Associate (Preferred)</p><p><b>Experience:</b></p><p>Early Childhood Education: 1-2 years (Preferred)</p><p><b>Job Type:</b> Full-time</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: From $19.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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T3 Global

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 T3 Global Group, LLC is a comprehensive destination for institutional traders and trading teams aiming to optimize their performance in the current financial markets. Our dedication lies in offering professional traders a top-tier infrastructure within a professional setting. Designed with a focus on enabling professionals to effectively scale their trading businesses, T3 includes a diverse community of individuals with backgrounds in investment banking, quantitative trading, private equity, hedge funds, and other non-finance fields. We seek both individuals and trading teams with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, exceptional business instincts and a demonstrated ability to make sound decisions under pressure. T3 Global currently trades Futures, Equities and Options.
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 T3 Global is seeking an experienced Derivatives Trader to join our team. The Derivatives Trader will be responsible for managing a portfolio, developing trading strategies, and risk management decisions for a variety of derivative products including options, futures, and swaps. The role demands a blend of trading skills, market insight, and discipline.
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   Access to T3's Balance Sheet: Leverage our financial strength to bolster your trading strategies.
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   Professional-Grade Trading Software: Utilize cutting-edge technology designed for professional traders.
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   Customizable Routing: Tailor your trade executions to fit your strategies with our flexible routing options.
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   Stock Locates and Loans: Find and finance the shares you need with our comprehensive stock locate and loan capabilities.
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   Elite Trading Community: Engage with a network of professional traders for live trade discussions, market analysis, and real-time trade ideas.
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   Develop and execute trading strategies in various derivatives markets, including but not limited to equity options, commodity futures, and listed swaps.
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   Conduct rigorous pre-trade analysis and post-trade evaluations.
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   Manage trading book risk, keeping within given parameters and limits.
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   Maintain an in-depth understanding of market structures, liquidity flows, and regulatory changes.
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   Stay abreast of macroeconomic indicators, company news, and other market-moving information.
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   Collaborate with other traders to share ideas and news.
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   Monitor real-time trading systems, ensuring correct operation and performance.
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   First loss capital.
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   Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably at a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or investment bank (or equivalent experience).
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   A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
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   Strong analytical skills.
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   Ability to work well under pressure, manage risk, and make decisions rapidly.
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   Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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 Please note, a background check and additional documents are required prior to joining. Compensation is performance based.
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 T3 Global Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
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Derivatives Trader

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