Senior Financial Analyst - Core & Main

Company Overview:

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Main’s 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

 

Job Description & Qualifications:

 

Job Summary

Gather disparate data from various data sources; analyze and normalize to ensure data integrity for analysis. Provide consistent, relevant and accurate data as well as guidance/knowledge of the data and definitions that are available for analysis.

 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Serves as a resource to assigned client in area of expertise.
• Gathers and compiles raw data; conducts research for industry trends and benchmarks; and normalizes data to be incorporated into a centralized data format.
• Analyzes, reports, makes comparisons to industry/company benchmarks, determines trends, and prepares cost analyses.
• Defines data definitions and documents data limitations.
• Prepare spreadsheets for data analysis; prepare reports with charts and graphs, mailing lists, maps and ad hoc requests. May accompany Manager to meetings to assist with presentations.
• Provides recommendations based on findings and analysis. Provides input on policies and procedures.
• Participates in department and interdepartmental projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.
• Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to results expected. Determines and develops approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
• May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contributes to employees professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.

Work Environment

• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about.
• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• No travel required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in related field. Certification is required in some areas.

   

Preferred Qualifications & Job Specific Details:

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and/or Finance with 3+ years experience
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel (advanced level
• Strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of relational database concepts
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Sound deductive reasoning and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Presentation skills  (MS Powerpoint)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organization and initiative.
• Knowledge of financial concepts and data.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to model and forecast financial results, track execution, and manage budgets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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