Financial Analyst Buffalo, NY Buffalo, New York; Ithaca, New York; Rochester, New York; Syracuse, New York Buffalo New York United States Financial Analyst

Data-Driven Decisions That Shape the Future of Agriculture Are you passionate about turning numbers into insights that make a real impact? As a Financial Analyst on the Pinion Risk Management team, you’ll play a critical role in helping dairy farms thrive. This position combines technical expertise with strategic thinking - an opportunity to influence business growth while working in a dynamic, collaborative environment. • This position is remote from western New York. Why Pinion Risk Management? Pinion is the nation’s leading food and ag consulting and accounting firm, helping clients and communities thrive through bold thinking and innovation. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where you will be empowered to make a meaningful impact. What sets us apart? • Access to broad resources and experts that significantly impact client success. • A bigger team and advanced tools designed to elevate the client’s business. • Be surrounded by professionals operating at a high level across ag accounting and consulting services - learn from the best and grow with the best. What You’ll Be Doing • Analyze and Interpret Data: Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support decision-making and growth initiatives for dairy clients. • Deliver Accurate Reporting: Prepare financial reports (income statements, balance sheets, budgets, benchmarking) and provide actionable insights. • Collaborate for Impact: Work closely with team members to identify process improvements and enhance efficiency. • Support Growth: Provide timely analytics to drive regional and national expansion strategies. • Adapt and Innovate: Learn new tools, techniques, and methodologies to strengthen analytical capabilities. • Engage with Clients: Participate in on-site visits to dairy farms up to twice a week, with limited overnight travel. What You’ll Need for This Position • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Agribusiness, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions. Familiarity with QuickBooks or other accounting software. Experience with farm and production management software (e.g., DairyComp, FeedWatch) is a plus. • Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking. • Agriculture Interest: Demonstrated interest in agriculture, with preference for experience in ag and/or dairy operations. • Professional Attributes: High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality, and excellent communication skills for presenting findings. • Digital Fluency: Comfortable leveraging technology for data analysis and reporting. • Mindset: Self-motivated, curious, and adaptable in a dynamic environment. • Flexibility: Ability and willingness to do day travel to rural locations, including dairy farms. Limited overnight travel. Valid driver’s license. What’s in it for You • Work Flexibility: Remote work from upstate New York with occasional travel. • Growth Opportunities: Meaningful professional development and mentorship in a collaborative environment, with opportunities to grow into senior analytical, advisory, and leadership roles. • Benefits: Pinion offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k/profit-sharing, paid time off, holidays, flexible work arrangements, and paid leave. Compensation: In some states and municipalities, Pinion is required by law to include a reasonable estimate for range of compensation. When making compensation decisions, Pinion takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, certifications/licenses, and geographic location. The wide range for this role reasonably accounts for these factors. Specific compensation decisions are made based on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $60,000 - $70,000. EEO: Pinion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Attest services are provided by KCoe Isom, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. What You’ll Be Doing • Analyze and Interpret Data: Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support decision-making and growth initiatives for dairy clients. • Deliver Accurate Reporting: Prepare financial reports (income statements, balance sheets, budgets, benchmarking) and provide actionable insights. • Collaborate for Impact: Work closely with team members to identify process improvements and enhance efficiency. • Support Growth: Provide timely analytics to drive regional and national expansion strategies. • Adapt and Innovate: Learn new tools, techniques, and methodologies to strengthen analytical capabilities. • Engage with Clients: Participate in on-site visits to dairy farms up to twice a week, with limited overnight travel. What You’ll Need for This Position • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Agribusiness, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions. Familiarity with QuickBooks or other accounting software. Experience with farm and production management software (e.g., DairyComp, FeedWatch) is a plus. • Core Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking. • Agriculture Interest: Demonstrated interest in agriculture, with preference for experience in ag and/or dairy operations. • Professional Attributes: High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality, and excellent communication skills for presenting findings. • Digital Fluency: Comfortable leveraging technology for data analysis and reporting. • Mindset: Self-motivated, curious, and adaptable in a dynamic environment. • Flexibility: Ability and willingness to do day travel to rural locations, including dairy farms. Limited overnight travel. Valid driver’s license. What’s in it for You • Work Flexibility: Remote work from upstate New York with occasional travel. • Growth Opportunities: Meaningful professional development and mentorship in a collaborative environment, with opportunities to grow into senior analytical, advisory, and leadership roles. • Benefits: Pinion offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k/profit-sharing, paid time off, holidays, flexible work arrangements, and paid leave. Compensation: In some states and municipalities, Pinion is required by law to include a reasonable estimate for range of compensation. When making compensation decisions, Pinion takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, certifications/licenses, and geographic location. The wide range for this role reasonably accounts for these factors. Specific compensation decisions are made based on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $60,000 - $70,000. EEO: Pinion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Attest services are provided by KCoe Isom, LLP, a licensed CPA firm. Apply tot his job