Senior Financial Analyst

Researches and analyzes business and financial information at a corporate level; makes recommendations and assists in establishing the strategic direction of the company

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

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

Assists in the preparation of company budgets and financial forecasts for the development of business plans

Monitors and evaluates individual department expenses and identifies any specific trends to assist in cost control

Recommends changes to streamline accounting systems and processes to ensure maximum efficiency and appropriate utilization of resources

Prepares reports that outline the company's financial position in the areas of income, expenses, and earnings to assist in financial decision-making

Analyzes and interprets various financial reports and statistics to management; makes recommendations to ensure proper business decisions are made

Assists with the review and evaluation of performance evaluations to provide coaching and feedback

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

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Business or related field or equivalent experience

Six years of related financial analysis experience

Demonstrated ability to conduct various types of analysis, including cost-benefit and alternative analysis

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in spreadsheet applications and mainframe accounting systems

Strong organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to multi-task and work under strict deadlines

Strong business aptitude, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of financial and operational planning processes and best practices

Strong work ethic and flexible work style

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of job duties.

Proven ability to navigate complex situations through organizational landscape and with multiple stakeholders

Demonstrates ability to be a decision-maker showing balanced consideration of business issues
Clean credit history as reported by credit report
For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

Preferred Skills

Experience in Insurance, Optometry, Ophthalmology, or traditional Medical FP&A

Strong Excel experience

Financial system experience with the following systems (SAP, Oracle Planning, Acumatica, Power BI, Workday, Paylocity)

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

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