118 - Financial Analyst

Job Title: Financial Analyst   Department: Finance  Reports To: Corporate Controller  Overtime Exemption: Exempt    Kennebunk Savings operates on the shared belief that Helping One Another Is the Right Thing To Do. Our Core Values– Trust, Integrity, Proactive and Empathy provide the guide posts for how we support that belief. They guide our day to day actions – from the way we build relationships, to how we make decisions and problem solve, to how we interact with one another. Our Core Values form the foundation of our culture. Embodying by them forms the basis of what makes for a successful employee at Kennebunk Savings.  Scope of Work  The Financial Analyst is responsible for financial reporting, budget planning, forecasting and analysis throughout the organization. Under the direction of the Corporate Controller, the incumbent will support the bank’s financial reporting and budgeting to ensure compliance within generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). In addition, the Financial Analyst will provide assistance and backup for the Bank’s Asset/Liability management program.     Essential Functions (3)  Responsible or  provides back-up for, the preparation and timely reporting of internal and external financial reporting   Ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting by developing and maintaining effective procedural, financial and system controls.  Provides financial management with recommendations on process efficiencies and improvement.   Maintains strong knowledge of changes in reporting requirements through ongoing research and education.   Responsible  or provides back-up for, the preparation and reporting of the Bank’s budget and forecasting process  Works with managers from across the organization to gather information for budget input.   Considered subject matter expert and administrator of the organization’s corporate performance management (CPM) software.  Responsible for developing and maintaining various financial analysis models for the Bank  Models may include Business and Customer Profitability and other ad hoc analysis.  Will be expected to produce actionable insight to management through analysis of large sets of financial data.     Other Duties & Responsibilities:  Promotes the Kennebunk Savings Brand by recommending our products and services, supporting our community focus & commitment to being a premier employer  Understands, supports and adheres to applicable organizational policies/procedures and state/federal regulations  Consistently emphasizes the importance of teamwork in the department and company at large  Responsible for keeping abreast of company news and information  Responsible for completing required training and policy review  May serve on various committees  Willingness to take on additional tasks and duties  Certifications/Licenses Required  Not applicable  Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles , preferably in banking  Displays high level of regard for trust and confidentiality  Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, strong understanding of Excel  Displays strong written and verbal communication skills  Displays strong organization skills and the ability to multi-task to meet established deadlines  Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and attention to detail  Effectively uses analytical skills to solve technical, as well as, non-technical problems  Prior knowledge of regulations within the financial services industry is preferred  Ability to adapt to change    Desired Job Experience   3 years of  experience in a Finance/Accounting or related field  Experience in a professional, service focused and fast-paced environment  Desired Education  High school or General Education Diploma  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred  Working Conditions & Minimum Physical Requirements  Physical surroundings are generally pleasant and comfortable with minimal exposure to injury or other hazards    Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment  Lifting and moving of moderately heavy objects on occasion  Normally seated for extended periods of time  External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or Maine/New Hampshire Human Rights Commissions, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.  Revised 4/1/2025

Salary : $59,546 - $75,921