Financial Analyst

Develops, interprets, and maintains financial and accounting concepts or techniques for financial planning and control.

Interprets financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting theory, or customer financial regulations.
• Analyzes financial information to determine present and future financial performance.
• Evaluates complex profit plans, operating records, and financial statements.
• Assists in preparation of studies, reports, and analyses in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, cash flow projections, and business forecasts.
• Interprets and applies corporate financial policies, government legislation, and accounting theory.
• Maintains databases of pertinent information for use in analyzing plans and forecasts.
• Researches and prepares economic reports on subjects such as rate of return, depreciation, working capital requirements, investment opportunities, investment performance, and impact of governmental requirements.
• Assists organization's controller in the development of the budget, planning, and other corporate financial requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Proficient with spreadsheets and database software or accounting applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects quickly and accurately.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines with appropriate attention to detail.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirements

• Two years' experience in accounting and/or finance.