Financial Analyst
Position Purpose :
Provides key financial reports / analysis to support senior management in planning / evaluation requirements / meeting financial objectives related to strategic investments / acquisitions. Performs market research / competitive analysis / valuation / financial modeling services and due diligence efforts. Prepares / documents complex financial analysis projects that are highly non-routine. Reviews / prepares financial statements / forecasts that involve extractions of financial data.
What You'll Do :
Reviews and researches strategic corporate finance projects such as mergers and acquisitions, investment opportunities, and other project as assigned by executive staff.
Performs complex statistical, cost and financial analysis of data to determine costs of business activities. Interprets financial transactions in order for management to make economic or business decisions, determine past financial performance, and / or to project a financial probability.
Reviews and / or prepares financial statements, builds financial models, and researches potential acquisitions for areas of the company which do not have an appointed accounting staff.
Completes special projects such as financial statement analysis, impairment analysis requiring discounted cash flow techniques, audited financial review, vendor analysis, forecasting, general ledger reconciliations, preparation of AD HOC and custom reports, etc.
To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following :
Bachelor's degree in Finance / Financial Management, Economics, Accounting or other job-related field OR A Master's Degree in Finance / Financial Management, Economics, Accounting or related field with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
Seven years financial analysis experience with a Bachelor's degree, OR Three years financial analysis experience with a Masters degree and CPA license.
Strong communications and decision-making skills.
Able to compile complex information, design reports and analyze data.
Excellent presentation, organization and research skills.
Academic and practical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Excellent analytical and modeling skills, in-depth knowledge of financial statement analysis and a strong understanding of corporate finance concepts such as discounted cash flow and valuation methodologies.
Microsoft Office experience.
Able to shift priorities and change tasks frequently at the direction of management.
Must be able to work with limited direction and present solutions to complex and loosely defined problems.
Maintains a positive attitude in changing and stressful environments.
Evaluates, analyzes and presents complex information succinctly for executive management.
Able to maintain a high level of professionalism during representation interactions with internal management and external parties.
We Prefer That You Have The Following :
Public Accounting experience, highly preferred.
Proficiency in SQL.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following :
Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
Education Assistance
Service Recognition
National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more.
What We Can Do for You :
We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.
What To Expect Next :
After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Financial Analyst • Columbia, SC, US