Financial Analyst II

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Financial Analysts are responsible for maintaining the forecasting and budgeting process for key lines of business while ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting. They present monthly results and forecasted variance explanations to senior management. They identify opportunities for business improvements and/or course corrections leading to higher revenue, increased efficiencies and/or cost savings. Senior Financial Analysts will periodically assist in the creation of financial models to aid senior management in strategic decisions related to new products and initiatives.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budget and quarterly forecast.
• Provide comprehensive budget and forecast variance analysis to provide accurate and timely information for strategic and operational decisions.
• Track performance including identification of gaps, trends and opportunities within the business
• Research and resolve problems, errors, or exceptions in data from financial reporting systems.
• Provide income statement and balance sheet related analysis to mangers.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and modeling.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions of the Job

• BS or BA in finance, accounting, or related degree.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ideal candidate will have the following skills: analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, and be attentive to details.
• Strong communication and language skills.
• Ability to identify, research, understand and interpret data.
• Ability to take on new projects, create models, and improve existing processes.
• Highly dependable and reliable in the face of strict deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while delivering accurate results in a timely manner.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to make constant improvements are highly valued.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

Level of Complexity and Scope

• Typically requires two to four years of financial analysis experience

Degree of Independence and Decision-Making

• Expected to work independently.

Required Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Physical Requirements

• Operates a computer 75%+ of the time.

Compliance Statement

The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements.

Development and Training

Pay Range:

$58,000/year to $78,000/year

Benefits

We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide.

Incentive Eligibility

All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co-Op, Intern, or Student positions.

It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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