What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at KCG?
Job Description
Job Description
Growing company seeks a financial analyst to join the team.
Essential Functions
Review and rationalize inputs for annual operating plan and forecasts, ensuring financial plans are linked with Corporate objectives. Ensure all inputs / assumptions are clearly documented and deadlines are effectively met
Establish and maintain key performance indicators to measure business trends
Build, maintain and update financial models as required to support business until investment requirements
Support the FP&A Senior Manager in design and maintenance of streamlined planning and forecasting process and tools. Drive process improvements and systems automation where appropriate
Participate in and provide commentary for monthly financial reviews and budge versus actual reviews
Monitor and communicate opportunities and / or gaps in spending versus business unit objectives and projects
Ensure financial compliance and closed loop process with accounting (cost accountant, close process, etc.)
Responsible for internal business unit financial reporting and data accuracy
Drive and work with FP&A Senior Manager in proactively finding cost saving opportunities
Ability to effectively manage and develop staff as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge & Skills
Solid knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and prioritize own workflow.
Ability to analyze and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
Ability to read and understand company policies and procedures and implement appropriately.
Assist in problem solving and in making this a more effective organization.
Able and willing to work in a team environment across multiple departments.
Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to read and write the English language.
Manage details of multiple projects in an efficient and organized method.
Produce work in a timely, budgeted, scheduled and profitable manner for the company.
Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in business field or equivalent; Masters, CPA, CMA, or CFA preferred
Strong business acumen communication skills required
Strong Project Management skills required
Minimum of 5-7 years of direct experience in FP&A experience
Power use of financial reporting and consolidation or BI software (Ability to create reports and ad-hoc queries)
Consumer packaged goods experience preferred
Strong experience with building models in MS Excel. Some knowledge of statistical analysis preferred
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Navision (NAV) preferred
Professional level written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Embraces change and improving processes in an ever-evolving, start-up atmosphere; strong desire to achieve professionally
Valid California Driver's License
Company Description
KCG is a recruiting firm specializing in direct hire and contract roles within multiple industries and specialities.
Company Description
KCG is a recruiting firm specializing in direct hire and contract roles within multiple industries and specialities.
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