Financial Analyst

Westland Construction, Inc.; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westland Construction, Inc. seeks a Financial Planning Analyst to analyze past financial performance, predict future outcomes, and advise on financial strategy. You will develop financial plans and reports for leadership, analyze trends, and evaluate capital expenditures.

The role requires strong GAAP/GAAS knowledge, data modeling skills, and effective communication. It offers a structured path within a growing construction business and an emphasis on accurate forecasting.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of GAAP and auditing standards (GAAS).
• Strong ability to analyze financial data and build models.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze past financial performance to predict future performance.
• Create financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Develop financial plans and reports for organizational leaders.
• Analyze industry trends and provide recommendations.
• Evaluate capital expenditures and depreciation.
• Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools.

Skills

GAAP

GAAS

Big data analysis

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

Summary:

Under the Direction of the Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, The Financial Planning Analyst will analyze past financial performance to predict future performance and to advise the company on its financial strategy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Analyses business and financial data.
• Creates financial models based on analyses to support organizational decision making.
• Develops financial plans and reports for organizational leaders.
• Analyzes industry trends and makes recommendations based on those trends.
• Evaluates capital expenditures and depreciation.
• Develops automated reporting and forecasting tools for more efficient use of data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
• Thorough understanding of methods of systems analysis and the principles, design, and procedural methods used in big data analysis.
• Thorough understanding of project management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Preferred 2-3 years' experience in a comparable role.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.