Financial Analysis Consultant

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As a technical expert, performs and documents complex and critical financial analysis projects exercising considerable latitude in approach and analysis. Interprets the results and provides alternatives to management. May direct or lead a project and/or team and provide advice and direction to less experienced financial analysts.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
Participates in defining the issues and scope of assigned projects; determines approach and methodology, and provides direction and strategy.
As senior-level financial expert independently investigates anomalies and variances in data.
Accountable for preparing and presenting interpretations of findings.
May participate in the development and implementation of financial strategies or tactics.
Coaches, leads and develops less experienced analysts while fostering a positive, open team environment.
Interacts and collaborates with other departments to address business issues and meet organizational objectives.
Provides insight and guidance as an expert or resource throughout the company.
Reporting Relationship
Typically Manager or above
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
1. Proven leadership ability and able to effectively build and lead teams.
2. Strong knowledge of GAAP, statutory and other complex accounting principles, practices and procedures which may include technical expertise in a functional area..
3. Strong knowledge of corporate and departmental accounting/finance practices, procedures and principles as well as solid knowledge of the organization and industry.
4. Excellent project management, organizing and planning skills.
5. Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to effectively resolve issues of a complex nature.
6. Strong interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external business partners.
7. Thorough knowledge of the organization's systems with the ability to modify or develop new systems.
8. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, accounting systems and applications, and other business-related software systems.
Education and Experience
1. Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, economics or business, or equivalent. Master's degree, CPA, CFA, CMA or professional insurance designation preferred.2. Minimum five to eight years of related financial analysis experience.
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