Senior Financial Analyst - 5861

Description:ResponsibilitiesGeneral Statement of Duties: The Financial Planning Analyst will be responsible for financial reporting, forecasting, analysis and accounting in support of the Retail Operations business. The successful candidate will be able to provide analytical rigor to financial results working with financial and operational metrics. This individual will also conduct technical accounting-based research to provide management with definitive financial data for use in setting and realizing objectives.Supervision Received: Works independently under direction of Finance Manager. Assists other assigned team members as necessary.Supervision Exercised:No supervision exercised at date of employment. Examples of Duties: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all that may be found in this job). Develop and maintain appropriate financial reporting and variance analysis of financial statement data, summary financial reports, and ad hoc financial analysis. Help prepare documentation required to support the implementation and maintenance of the analysis. Utilize appropriate accounting theory and principles to assist in the preparation and analysis of financial and accounting information for Retail Operations. Complete appropriate analysis that provides Retail Operations with timely financial information, which accurately measures financial results, assesses risk, and enhances decision making for accruals, budgets and forecasts. Maintain and perform accounting responsibilities for month-end close, including journal entries and financial budgets and forecasts. Utilize analytical skills to compile data, research and analyze financial and accounting information, cost saving opportunities, and streamlining and standardizing of business, financial and operating processes. Recommend changes which will increase revenues or decrease costs. Assist in examining and reviewing accounting practices that are not consistent with Retail Operations. Recommends improvements to and documents accounting, financial and operating policies, procedures, and processes that clearly identify issues and results, and which improve consistency, accuracy and timeliness and strengthen internal controls. Coordinate the development, preparation and consolidation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. Work with department management and assist in preparing budgets and forecasts for department payroll costs and operating expenses. Work with other members of financial team to coordinate multiple projects with assigned team members. Designs advanced Excel models and spreadsheets.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge Must have ability to quickly grasp understanding of the organization, work environment, products and processes with working knowledge of financial analysis. Thorough knowledge of accounting theory, practices, principles and regulations. Must be able to make decisions based on precedent and solve arising problems using sound judgment and experience. General ledger accounting, month-end closing and financial analysis and reporting. Understanding of budgeting and forecasting.Skills and Abilities Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to Identify and resolve problems. Research, summarize, evaluate and interpret data. Develop creative and concise analysis with minimal direction that identifies issues, assists in finding solutions to issues, etc. Develop conclusions founded on reason, logic and interpretation. Demonstration of proactive leadership. Aptitude for attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently. Determine priorities and meet critical deadlines. Manage time effectively. Function productively under stress and tight deadlines.Qualifications:Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldMBA or CPA preferredExperience5-10 years of accounting/finance experienceExperience with budgeting and forecastingStrong PC skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceAlliance Data offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).Job Location: Columbus, OHJob Number: 3215Company Profile:About Our TeamLet's face it; it's a brand loyal world we're living in, which is why Alliance Data Retail Services offers integrated private label, co-brand, commercial and gift card services enhanced by integrated marketing services. We manage over 65 credit programs for America's most recognized retailers, helping them sell more and improve customer loyalty.Conditions of EmploymentAll job offers are contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background checks. JOB TITLE: Senior Financial Analyst - 5861 LOCATION: Columbus/Zanesville JOB CATEGORY: Accounting/Finance/Insurance REFERENCE CODE: 3215