Senior Financial Analyst

Performs complex financial analysis involving company expenses, income, and other business results based on past, present, and future operations. Assists in evaluating information for setting the strategic direction for the enterprise.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>Researches and analyzes business and financial information at a corporate level; makes recommendations and assists in establishing the strategic direction of the company<br><br>Researches, analyzes, and reports fluctuations in financial and business results to identify trends and research variances; makes recommendations to improve company performance and resolve issues<br><br>Researches, analyzes, and reports fluctuations between actual financial results compared to budgeted amounts to advise management on potential areas of cost impact; makes recommendations for corrective action<br><br>Assists in the preparation of company budgets and financial forecasts for the development of business plans<br><br>Monitors and evaluates individual department expenses and identifies any specific trends to assist in cost control<br><br>Recommends changes to streamline accounting systems and processes to ensure maximum efficiency and appropriate utilization of resources<br><br>Prepares reports that outline the company's financial position in the areas of income, expenses, and earnings to assist in financial decision-making<br><br>Analyzes and interprets various financial reports and statistics to management; makes recommendations to ensure proper business decisions are made<br><br>Assists with the review and evaluation of performance evaluations to provide coaching and feedback<br><br>Adapts new developments in the field of financial planning and control to ensure the enterprise utilizes the most effective financial practices; makes recommendations to improve financial systems and processes<br><br><b>Job Specifications</b><br><br><i>Typically has the following skills or abilities:</i><br><br>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience<br><br>Six years of related financial analysis experience<br><br>Demonstrated ability to conduct various types of analysis, including cost-benefit and alternative analysis<br><br>Excellent verbal and written communication skills<br><br>Proficient in spreadsheet applications and mainframe accounting systems<br><br>Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail<br><br>Ability to multitask and work under strict deadlines<br><br>Strong business aptitude, analytical, and problem-solving skills<br><br>Knowledge of financial and operational planning processes and best practices<br><br>Strong work ethic and flexible work style<br><br>Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of job duties<br><br>Proven ability to navigate complex situations through the organizational landscape and with multiple stakeholders<br><br>Demonstrates ability to be a decision-maker, showing balanced consideration of business issues<br><br>Clean credit history as reported by credit report</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>Preferred Skills:</p><ul><li>Excel Proficiency</li><li>Financial Modeling</li><li>Analytical Skills</li><li>Business Acumen</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Interpersonal skills</li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-VISIONCARE</p><p></p><p></p><p><span><span>Compensation</span><span> range for the role is listed below. </span></span><span><span>Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets.</span></span><i><span> </span></i><span><span>Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. </span><span>As a part of the compensation </span></span><span><span> </span></span><span><span>package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please <a href="http://www.vspvision.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">click here</a>.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p>Salary Ranges: $84,000.00 - $141,750.00<p></p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><span><span>VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status</span><span>.  </span><span>We </span><span>maintain</span><span> a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><span>Unincorporated LA County Residents: </span><span>Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment </span><span>in accordance with</span><span> the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.</span></p><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:left"><span class="emphasis-3"><b>Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information. </b></span></p><p style="text-align:left"><br><span>We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. </span><u><span><a href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvspvision.com%2Fcareers%2Fapplication.html&data=05%7C01%7CLisaHa%40VSP.com%7Cb752b32d8e1f4513fc2008dba9aa96bb%7C3510753d6c4048ae9b9e2fc672d5e5dd%7C0%7C0%7C638290322352516827%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WoIYtHeJ7ODq%2FTfowqG8KpGUZrZTNm9xoX4XNkFy1NQ%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here </a></span></u><span>to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. </span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span><span>As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees.  VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to </span><span>follow</span><span> Information Security and Privacy Policies.</span></span><span> </span></p>

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