Financial Analyst

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

Job summary

Westland Construction Inc. is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to analyze past financial performance, forecast future results, and advise on financial strategy under the direction of the Manager of FP&A.

You will build models, develop plans, and deliver insights to company leaders. The role requires a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance, 2–3 years’ related experience, and strong GAAP/GAAS knowledge, plus excellent communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and GAAS.
• Experience with big data analysis and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and financial data.
• Create financial models to support decisions.
• Develop financial plans and reports for leaders.
• Analyze industry trends and provide recommendations.
• Evaluate capital expenditures and depreciation.
• Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

GAAP knowledge

GAAS knowledge

Big data analysis

Project management

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.