Business Analyst

This position is based in Gorham, Maine. Only applicants residing in ME or NH will be considered.

**We are not offering relocation assistance**

Location: Gorham, ME 

Salary: 85k D.O.E

Job Summary:

As our Business Analyst, you’ll be the strategic bridge between Finance, IT, and Operations, playing a central role in advancing financial insight, technology enablement, and process excellence. You will:

 Analyze & Inform

• Collect, interpret, and translate financial data into meaningful trends, insights, and recommendations.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and visualizations that empower leadership with actionable information.
• Support monthly and year‑end close cycles by validating data accuracy and resolving discrepancies.

 Design & Optimize

• Build and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Document, evaluate, and improve finance processes with a strong focus on compliance and internal controls.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend streamlined workflows across financial and operational activities.

 Implement & Innovate

• Enhance and support financial systems, reporting tools, and new AI‑driven technologies.
• Translate business needs into clear, actionable system requirements.
• Conduct cost‑benefit analyses for new initiatives and shape data‑driven decision making.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, business analysis, or similar role
• Strong understanding of financial statements, GAAP principles, and budgeting processes
• Proven ability to communicate high level financial information.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial modeling and data visualizations
• Familiarity with ERP systems and BI tools
• Express confidential, ethical and professional behaviors.
• Criminal background check that meets Agency standards

In addition to employment that is fulfilling, meaningful, and supportive, Goodwill employees also receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• 403(b) retirement plan with Employer Match
• Use of a company car
• Employer Paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Paid Holidays
• 50% Employee discount at Goodwill stores in ME, NH & VT
• Exceptional career growth opportunities
• Discount on personal cell phone plans
• Local community discounts 
• Caring coworkers/team that supports you!