Financial Analyst - Entry Level - REF135U

The Financial Analyst is responsible for preparing and analyzing internal and external financial data of considerable complexity requiring independent judgment and initiative.  Completes analyses and makes recommendations as appropriate. Completes related accounting functions and monitors financial processes. Monitors performance and makes revisions as needed  May include:Responsible for preparing the Operational Budget for the division in partnership with the Director of Finance and members of the Leadership Team  Review supporting presentations from selling business units and department heads ensuring they contain consistent data and aligned corporate strategic message  Ensure operational business units contribute accurate, timely and informative content that is meaningful and relevant for senior staff discussions    Work with operational leaders within the organization to establish budgets, revise forecasts and explain actual results versus plan for balance sheet and cash flow metrics  Prepare revised Quarterly Budgets for the company as the fiscal year progresses from each quarter to the next  On a weekly basis, prepare company forecasts in collaboration with cross-functional team members and provide explanations for variances from prior expectations.  Prepare the monthly reporting package for review by the Director of Finance and Leadership Team  Prepare reports that summarize and forecast the division’s business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present and expected operations  Provides input and participates for the annual and long range planning process.  Perform budgeting and forecasting.  Develop, and maintain, key performance metrics and scoreboards.  Significant data extraction, ad-hoc reporting, and project, based analysis.  Act as a proactive business partner, advising and making recommendations based upon financial projections and historical performance.  Perform additional tasks as required.