Financial Analyst

Job Description:

Job Title: Financial Analyst                                                    

Department: Accounting                                                  Revision Date: December 2024

General Function: 

The Financial Analyst is responsible for preparing and analyzing data from various sources to assist management with key operational decisions. This individual has a strong attention to detail and accuracy, advanced Excel knowledge, the ability to work in a team or independently on projects, effective time management of multiple deadlines, strong multi-tasking skills, a strong work ethic, commitment to the company’s core fundamentals, and the ability to be flexible.

Reporting Relations:

Accountable and Reports to: FP&A Supervisor

Positions that Report to you: None

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare recurring monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Analyzes data to predict the results of ongoing and future operations and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assist in forecasting processes.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual budget along with monitoring results in relation to budgeting and forecasting expectations.
• Performs various project analysis and other ad-hoc research and analysis as assigned.
• Analyzes data and current operations to identify opportunities for expense reduction.
• Performs other job-related duties and special projects as required.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting or finance preferred but not required.
• Experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP, and financial reporting tools is preferred.

What to expect as an employee-owner of Hy-Vee

• A unique workplace culture centered around employee-ownership.
• Opportunity to be invested in and benefit from the long-term success of the company you work for.
• Opportunities to work alongside senior leadership on key projects.
• Competitive pay, quarterly bonus structure, 401k company match, paid time off, and an onsite cafeteria and fitness center.
• Great benefits including choices in medical plans, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Opportunity for partial remote work, combining the benefits of working from home with in-office collaboration.
• Casual “dress for your day” attire when working in the office.
• Discounts at Hy-Vee exclusive to employees.
• Access to an exclusive high yield savings plan.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Commitment to the Hy-Vee mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company.
• Must possess strong leadership and organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, and multi-task projects with competing priorities.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must maintain confidential information of the company.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with individuals across all levels and departments within the organization.
• Ability to identify problems, develop and execute solutions.
• Possess strong competency with MS Office (specifically Excel). 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Working Conditions:

• The duties of this position are performed in a general office setting along with flexible work arrangements outside of the office.
• Working attire on a normal day in the office is “dress for your day” with jeans being welcomed. 
• Reports to work when scheduled and works expected number of hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual requirements include ability to see detail at near range with or without correction.
• Must be physically able to perform sedentary work: occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds and occasionally standing or walking.
• Must be able to perform the following physical activities: reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Equipment Used to Perform Job:

Calculator, telephone, copier, printer, and PC with Microsoft Office programs.

Contacts:

Has occasional contact with store personnel, supplies/vendors, customers, and various state agencies.

Confidentiality:

Has access to confidential information including financial and stockholder information.

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