What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at CADY?
Description
Who is CADY?
CADY exists to inspire and unleash human potential. Started in 1999, we have become the fastest growing photography company in the U.S., with an average 40% growth each year. Through photography, classroom solutions, school branding, and more, we deliver an experience unlike anything in our industry. We are an innovative company competing to outdo ourselves, year after year. As the nation’s premier school photography company, we engage with students, schools, and our team members to make them feel accepted and empowered. CADY’s mission is to go beyond a portrait and to provide a premier experience for the extraordinary- because each of our guests, school partners, and team members are utterly extraordinary.
Who are you?
You are an ambitious, detail oriented team member who finds joy in making meaningful connections with people. You have a true passion for creating memorable experiences for people. You see beyond the surface of interactions and recognize that every person has a story and the idea of being a part of that is exciting! You enjoy working hard and celebrating hard. You love the opportunity to exceed expectations- and be rewarded for your contribution to the company!
Job Summary
CADY is hiring a Financial Analyst to join our growing Finance team. In this role, you will support core financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting. This is a high-impact role where you will collaborate across departments to help drive financial insights and support data-informed decision-making. This position offers great visibility across the company and is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Top 5 Responsibilities
Qualifications/Skill Requirements
Who is CADY?
CADY exists to inspire and unleash human potential. Started in 1999, we have become the fastest growing photography company in the U.S., with an average 40% growth each year. Through photography, classroom solutions, school branding, and more, we deliver an experience unlike anything in our industry. We are an innovative company competing to outdo ourselves, year after year. As the nation’s premier school photography company, we engage with students, schools, and our team members to make them feel accepted and empowered. CADY’s mission is to go beyond a portrait and to provide a premier experience for the extraordinary- because each of our guests, school partners, and team members are utterly extraordinary.
Who are you?
You are an ambitious, detail oriented team member who finds joy in making meaningful connections with people. You have a true passion for creating memorable experiences for people. You see beyond the surface of interactions and recognize that every person has a story and the idea of being a part of that is exciting! You enjoy working hard and celebrating hard. You love the opportunity to exceed expectations- and be rewarded for your contribution to the company!
Job Summary
CADY is hiring a Financial Analyst to join our growing Finance team. In this role, you will support core financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting. This is a high-impact role where you will collaborate across departments to help drive financial insights and support data-informed decision-making. This position offers great visibility across the company and is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Top 5 Responsibilities
- Generate and maintain recurring financial and operational reports to support decision-making across departments.
- Assist with compiling and distributing weekly and monthly reporting packages.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process by gathering data, preparing templates, and updating reports.
- Help track and monitor actuals against budget and forecast, highlighting key variances and trends.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure data accuracy and consistency across reports.
- Assist in updating dashboards and visualizations using business intelligence tools (e.g., DOMO).
- Provide ad hoc reporting and data pulls as requested by Finance leadership and department heads.
- Maintain financial data files and documentation to ensure reporting processes are well-organized and auditable.
- Assist with financial system updates, testing, or process documentation as needed.
- Provide general support to the Finance team and contribute to process improvements.
Qualifications/Skill Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related finance role.
- Strong Excel skills; experience with PowerPoint and financial modeling.
- Ability to analyze data and present findings in a clear and actionable way.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
- Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., DOMO, Tableau) is a plus.
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative team.
- Extended periods of viewing computer screens
- Moderate noise and other potential sensory stimulants (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, music, and light foot traffic)
- Able to bend or stoop as needed
- Health, Vision & Dental Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plans with Matching
- Parental Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Eligible for CADY's annual bonus program
- Annual family portrait “Hero” Session
- A beautifully designed Innovation Center.
- Pet friendly environment.
- Office café with snacks and beverages.
