Strategic Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Insights

Home Depot; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Depot in Atlanta is seeking a financial analyst to assist in the preparation of economic and financial analyses and forecasts used to support strategic business decisions. You will perform research on sales, gross margin, rate of return, working capital and other financial metrics, and compile reports, graphs and charts.

You will coordinate with other departments on statistical studies and ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• Three years experience in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs economic and financial research and analyzes internal and external issues related to sales, gross margin, rate of return, working capital, investment, financial performance, and other financial metrics.
• Compiles or prepares reports, graphs and charts of developed data.
• Conducts special financial and statistical studies as directed in coordination with other departments in the preparation of statistical studies.
• Gathers and correlates basic information using established and defined financial procedures

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field

Job description

Home Depot in Atlanta is seeking a financial analyst to assist in the preparation of economic and financial analyses and forecasts used to support strategic business decisions. You will perform research on sales, gross margin, rate of return, working capital and other financial metrics, and compile reports, graphs and charts.

You will coordinate with other departments on statistical studies and ensure timely delivery.