Lead Financial Analyst

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. Perform complex financial analysis, accounting research, internal financial reporting, and strategic business support .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $112,873 - $131,685 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, accounting research, and internal financial reporting, with a strong focus on U.S. GAAP compliance and process improvements. Proven ability to lead complex projects and provide strategic financial insights to executive stakeholders.

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Financial AnalysisU.S. GAAP InterpretationProcess Improvement DesignProject LeadershipFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisAccounting ResearchInternal Financial ReportingGeneral Ledger ReconciliationFinancial Statement PreparationFinancial ModelingVariance AnalysisAccounting Policy ImplementationStrategic Business SupportProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

CoachingTeam LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelMS Access

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public AccountantChartered Accountant

Industry Keywords

InsuranceFinancial ServicesCPA Firm Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform complex financial analysis, accounting research, internal financial reporting, and strategic business support
Review monthly general ledger journal entries for accuracy and supporting documentation
Research, interpret, and implement accounting policies and procedures
Evaluate accounting implications of strategic initiatives and business decisions
Review and prepare analytic explanations for general ledger and financial statement variances
Improve financial reporting through modifications and enhancements
Develop actionable financial analyses for Finance leadership and executive stakeholders
Review complex monthly general ledger account reconciliations
Prepare and maintain accurate monthly internal financial reports
Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights
Ensure internal controls are designed and operating effectively
Maintain policies, procedures, flowcharts, and internal controls
Complete quarterly self-assessments
Lead initiatives to strengthen controls, reduce risk, improve efficiency, and automate manual processes
Prepare financial statement supporting schedules
Lead complex cross-functional projects with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and Operations
Provide guidance, coaching, and subject matter expertise to analysts and team members
Serve as functional lead for assigned accounting and financial reporting processes
Help prioritize and assign team workloads and review complex analyses and deliverables
Partner with the Accounting Manager to ensure high-quality, timely results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Minimum 8 years of related finance and accounting experience
Demonstrated experience leading complex projects, initiatives, or workstreams
Experience researching accounting issues and interpreting U.S. GAAP
Experience writing financial analytics for executive-level users
Experience designing and implementing process improvements
Proficiency with MS Excel
Required degrees must have been earned at accredited institutions of higher education
Must not require current or future sponsorship to work legally for Credit Acceptance
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
Preferred: Certified Public Accountant or equivalent, such as Chartered Accountant
Preferred: Experience influencing strategic decisions through financial modeling and business case development
Preferred: Experience in the Insurance and/or Financial Services industries
Preferred: Accounting experience from a large national or regional CPA firm
Preferred: Proficiency with MS Access

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(K) match
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Many nonstandard benefits
Annual bonus plan