Financial Analyst - Hauppauge, NY

The position is located in Hauppauge, NY



The purpose of the department is assisting in the safeguards of company assets, providing timely and accurate external reporting, optimizing cash flows, presenting financial analysis of trends and key issues, consulting and providing financial tools to other areas of the company, and enhancing shareholder value.



The scope of this job is to develop, maintain and analyze operational and statistical data to be used for business analysis in the Regional Office. The Financial Analyst will also serve in a consulting capacity for the finance organization to assist other areas in managing expenses, building business cases, and interpreting results.



The individual will be responsible for:



The ideal candidate will create models to measure financial data; prepare written narratives and/or presentations to explain outcomes of the data to management and peers.
The candidate will also support the implementation of strategic team objectives.
Management may also request this individual to provide feedback in identifying the strategic financial direction for the regional office.


REQUIREMENTS
The skills required are:



The successful candidate will have general knowledge of business area processes, including best practices in order to support the area's projects, products and services.
This individual will have the ability to apply standardized mathematical concepts to solve problems and prepare reports for analysis.
Will also have the ability to leverage technical skills in support of team objectives.
Will have effective communication in working with others in everyday situations and have the ability to interact effectively and lead change with internal and external customers
The ideal candidate will be responsible for quality and quantity of sound decisions around processes and issues within the scope of daily responsibilities.



Experience Required:


A minimum of 1-2 years of documented experience within an organizations' finance department or similar experience is preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or related field is also preferred.
Excellent oral communication and time management skills are a must.
Advanced mathematical and analytical thinking skills and a clear understanding of general business financial applications and formulas.
Demonstrated ability to predict market trends, analyze statistical factors, research trends and understand implications of surrounding markets.
Exceptional oral and written skills and the ability to understand and report on all forms of business statistical information.
Ability to make decisions, solve problems and meet challenges in completing work.

Computer Proficiency:

Strong skills in Word, PowerPoint and especially Excel are required and experience with SAP and Access is a plus!



Education:

College Degree - Preferred
Major preference: Finance or Business related



Please submit your resume via: http://www.allstatecareers.com/careers/jobsearch.asp



Please reference Job Code 235772



Please note only resumes received via this online application process will be considered.



Our competitive benefits include comprehensive health care plans, dental coverage, vision coverage, group legal, AD&D, group and dependent life insurance, flexible spending accounts, long-term disability, tuition reimbursements and paid time off days.



We take great strides to support our employees and provide a work environment that promotes a healthy work/life balance



EOE

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