Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Position will be located in Norwalk, CT office.

Position Overview :

Reporting directly to the SVP FP&A, this position is responsible for financial analysis for the business. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for these key areas of data analytics : Planning and Analysis;

Reporting; Acquisitions; Data Analytics; Key Performance Metrics, etc.

Commitment to Internal Control :

The incumbent accepts the responsibility for establishing and maintaining the internal control system associated with the essential duties and responsibilities of the functional areas that the incumbent manages.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

List in order of time spent)

Accounting and Reporting :

Participate in the preparation of the budget and medium-term plans, incorporating key aspects across the business into the assumptions for the plan, and periodic forecasts.

and developing a process to report key performance metrics to senior leadership.

• Drive the budget preparation, and forecast process for EIA, working with Business Leader and senior management to construct short term and long-term plans.
• Review budget and forecast plans insuring assumptions are appropriate, calculations are accurate and targeted results are reasonable.
• Evaluate financial results overall and on a reporting unit basis providing Japan and business unit managers with results and appropriate explanations of variances.
• Review periodic financial report for trends and comparison to budget providing insight on track of near-term forecasts and plans.
• Tracking economic indicators adjusting plans accordingly.
• Maintain key performance metrics measuring the company’s performance on a periodic basis.
• Assist SVP FP&A with projects as needed.

Responsibility and Decision-Making Authority :

Act independently; Decision making within company policy.

Management / Supervisory Responsibilities : TBD

Qualifications :

• Experience in financial services, specifically equipment finance, preferred.
• Financial planning & analysis, including budget preparation, financial modeling and maintaining and improving existing models.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting and finance.

Competencies :

• Excellent Excel skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong communications skills
• Hard working, good personality and positive attitude.

Education and Experience :

• BS In Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years’ experience in FP&A or other relevant facets of finance in the leasing industry.
• Experience with multinational company a plus.

Licensing and Certification :

MBA or CPA, a plus.

Working Hours :

Hours may vary and will require some evening work; frequently requires working 40-50 hours / week depending on business needs.

Tools and Equipment Used :

Personal computer, copier, fax, phone, and other typical office equipment

Travel :

Occasional travel related to attendance at industry seminars

Physical Demands :

• Digital dexterity and hand / eye coordination in operation of office equipment
• Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
• Ability to speak to and hear customers and / or other employees via phone or in person
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move from one office location to another

The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The salary will be between $73,000 and $88,000 with an opportunity to earn (a discretionary annual bonus).

The salary range is determined and based on internal equity, market data / ranges, applicant's skills, prior relevant experience and education.

Additional benefits :

• Medical, Dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) and matching
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
3 days ago