Senior Financial Analyst

Conducts financial planning and analysis to support decision making for the organization. Combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to deliver actionable insights that inform business strategy.

Conducts special studies to analyze complex financial actions and prepares recommendations for policy, procedure, control, or action.
• Provides interpretation of financial policies, governmental legislation, accounting theory, or customer financial regulations.
• Analyzes financial information to determine present and future financial performance. Identifies trends and recommends improvements accordingly.
• Evaluates complex profit plans, operating records, and financial statements.
• Directs 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.
• Establishes databases of pertinent information for use in analyzing future plans and forecasts.
• Makes recommendations to operation management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities and profitability improvement strategies.
• 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.
• 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.
• Excellent 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

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