Description We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on a long-term contract basis. This role focuses on managing budgets and analyzing financial data, particularly within the marketing segment of the business. As part of a dynamic retail industry team, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Analyze budget versus actuals to ensure financial accuracy and identify variances. • Manage purchase orders and oversee marketing-related expenditures, including one-off campaign spending. • Collaborate with the FP& A team to support financial planning and reporting efforts. • Scrub financial data to improve accuracy and reliability for decision-making processes. • Utilize tools like NetSuite and Adaptive Insights to streamline financial operations and reporting. • Assist with the management of the $300M annual budget, including $200M allocated to marketing. • Provide tactical support to maintain operational continuity during the search for a long-term team member. • Train and transition knowledge to the incoming team member when identified. • Support G& A budget oversight and ensure compliance with organizational standards. • Work in a hybrid capacity, attending the office in Cambridge three days per week. Requirements • Proven experience in financial analysis and accounting roles. • Proficiency in financial systems such as NetSuite and Adaptive Insights. • Strong understanding of budget processes and managing operational expenditures. • Ability to work with large-scale budgets and perform detailed data analysis. • Familiarity with procurement tools like Zip is a plus. • Excellent organizational and communication skills. • Capability to work in a hybrid environment, commuting to Cambridge three days per week. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .