Financial Analyst

Job Summary

Assist with annual budgeting, financial forecasting and monthly variance analysis for specified expense accounts. Through in depth analysis, this role will identify key spending trends and translate data into actionable insights. Perform various accounting functions including journal entries, account reconciliations, and special projects as directed. Continually analyze procedural methodologies to initiate efficiencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education: Bachelor's Degree or professional level of knowledge in a specialized field, or equivalent, related experience.
Experience: 2 - 4 years - or Associates Degree equivalent plus 4 - 6 years.
Knowledge: General knowledge of industry practices, standards, and concepts within field of work. Applies them to perform work requiring analytical business skills.
Decision Making: Makes decisions using broad management limits. Applies guidelines and procedures that leave considerable room for discretion and interpretation. Decisions directly influence project, client relationships and or expenditures. Additionally, decisions exert some influence on organization's long-range goals and objectives. Participates in determining objectives of assignments.
Supervision Received: Works independently under general supervision. Work is reviewed for overall adequacy in meeting objectives.
Leadership: May provide training and guidance to less experienced staff.
Problem Solving /Operations/Direct Work Involvement: Develops solutions to a variety of problems, typically of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to and interprets policies and practices for guidance.
Client Contacts: Contacts other departments and or external organizations or parties frequently. Contacts are primarily at or below upper management levels. Represents organization on specific projects. Communication may involve persuasion, and negotiation.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires a Bachelor's degree, with a degree in accounting or finance preferred.

Minimum of two (2) years analytical experience and a solid understanding of basic accounting terms.

Excel Skills (Mid to Advanced level)

SAP Experience

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and within a group.

Intermediate knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel and Word required.

If you require an accommodation for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact the MAPFRE Insurance Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@mapfreusa.com.

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