Senior Financial Analyst
Job Description
Senior Financial Analyst - Woodland Hills
Our global client is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to perform business functions specific to Financial Planning and Analysis activities. This individual will build and own financial reports that influence decision-making and strategy within our $3billion company. As the owner of these reports this person will share findings with business leaders and provide additional analysis and support to gain further business insight as necessary.
A successful candidate will be a strongly motivated individual who thrives working in a team environment and is enthusiastic about engaging with other departments and various levels across the company. This role will drive communication of financial results by providing a clear and concise narrative and effectively answering questions about the data. Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary to successfully accomplish the responsibilities of this role.
Job Functions
Assist in the monthly close and forecast process by aggregating data across multiple departments
Manage the annual budget process with other members of the FP&A department to drive the budget process and develop the Business Technology and SG&A budget from the ground up
Collect, analyze, and manage financial data to create reports for monthly P&L analysis and financial forecasts
Provide insights into the monthly and quarterly business review
Monitor and analyze the data for forecast accuracy, identify drivers for variances, and provide commentary for current and future periods
Build relationships with other departments to build engagement
Conduct ad hoc analysis for senior management
Demonstrate knowledge of financial forecasting and analysis, basic accounting principles, and operations
Maintain software systems for forecasting and budgeting
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Math, or Business. MBA of CPA a plus.
4+ years of experience in a related role
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong proficiency in business, technology, and finance
Financial analysis and financial modeling skills
Fluency in Microsoft Excel. Tableau, JD Edwards, and Oracle experience a plus.
Ability to develop and cultivate relationships with business partners
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Meet Your Recruiter
Peggy Koch
Vice President, National Recruiter
Peggy joined our staff in 2020 bringing 15 years of recruiting experience, and 20+ years of solid experience to the DCM team! In addition to her degree in Marketing from SUNY Alfred State, she has a demonstrated history in successful placements in the areas of Marketing, Legal, Human Resources, Medical, Accounting/Finance and Engineering. Peggy prides herself on working tirelessly to help clients and candidates alike find a great fit for their businesses and careers. Taking her passion for recruitment outside of the workplace, Peggy has used her volunteer time to speak at local colleges to help student-candidates early on in their careers with critical skills for future success such as guidance on creating a solid resume, conducting a successful job search, and the all-important interview preparation.
When not working hard recruiting, Peggy enjoys traveling and exploring new places, gardening, and baking.