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Financial Analyst
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What they do
A Financial Analyst evaluates investment opportunities and makes recommendations to individuals and businesses. Analyzes the performance of different types of investments, studies business and economic trends and analyzes data to project company earnings
$88,932 / year median in Maryland
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Financial Analyst
Job Overview:
Pay Range:
$41.47hr - $46.47hr
Requirement/Must Have:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, related field or equivalent technical training. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience. 3+ years of accounting/financial experience. Good understanding of GAAP, STAT, and federal regulations. Basic knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data. Proficient with financial analysis software (e.g., Delphi Technology, Oracle E-Business Suite Financials, Longview). Proficient with database entry and query software. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Collect, analyze, and interpret financial data and prepare reports, models, presentations and recommendations for leaders. Interface regularly with project managers and task leads to support moderately complex projects. Prepare various accounting and financial reports, analyze and verify data to produce financial results for assigned business units. Investigate and research problem account reconciliation to improve controls over general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and balance sheet activity. Analyze trends, calculate and verify data, and interface with other areas to develop reporting specifications and procedures. Perform moderately complex analysis and gather financial data to ensure compliance with applicable regulations or guidelines. Analyze and prepare journal entries and monthly account reconciliations. Respond to internal and external auditors, management, and finance department inquiries. Handle special requests and research moderately complex accounting issues for management and executive leadership. Prepare financial data for presentation to upper management. Nice to
Have:
Healthcare insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
Skills:
Financial Analysis. Accounting Principles.
GAAP. STAT.
Federal Regulations. Delphi Technology. Oracle E-Business Suite Financials. Longview. Database Query. Financial Reporting. Account Reconciliation.
Qualification And Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. 3+ years of relevant professional experience.