Financial Analyst

At World Fuel Services, our employees are the key to our global success.We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000- strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.

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World Fuel Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.

SUMMARY:

The Financial Analyst position develops, interprets and maintains financial database which results in the production of financial metrics, financial analysis, historical trends and operational presentations shared with the Executive Team. The Financial Analyst position will develop, interpret and implement complex financial and accounting concepts, or techniques for planning, analysis and control.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates the production of weekly, monthly, year-to-date and year-end financial and statistical reporting, including variance and trend analysis of results to budget, prior year and forecast
• Assists in the development of the annual budget, long term operating plan, and monthly/quarterly forecasts.
• Creates and reviews for accuracy management presentations (Executive book & Ops Reviews). Assists in the creation and implementation of financial management reports.
• Collects and consolidates all financial information from each segment using Oracle – information is collected and financial models are maintained and monitored.
• Reports and manages weekly/monthly sales reports in conjunction with company’s sales pipelines, and generates key performance metrics as required to meet company performance initiatives.
• Responsible for producing monthly sales commission statements in conjunction with company policy and established financial metrics.
• Become familiar with the company’s data processing, financial, and inventory management systems. Shall be able to trouble shoot problems with these modules as well as utilize them in an effective and efficient manner to resolve issues that impede the efficiency of financial operations.
• Acts as a key liaison with the requests and needs of business executives and internal associates to reconcile any problems or makes necessary adjustments and/or recommendation to ensure financial integrity.
• Provide timely and accurate information to the regarding financial matters.
• Maintains financial security by following internal controls and company policy.
• Prepares regulatory compliance reports as directed by the Dr. Director of Finance including, but not limited to property, real, franchise, and annual tax reports
• Supports the Sr. Director of Finance with special reports as requested by business leaders

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e. g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.
• Building Trusting Relationships – Using appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interacting with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in ones intentions.
• Collaborating – Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.
• Communication – Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others.
• Initiating Action – Taking prompt action to accomplish work goals; taking action to achieve results beyond what is required; being proactive.
• Work Standards – Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 2-5 years’ experience in financial planning and analysis
• Highly organized, deadline oriented, possess high attention to detail
• Direct experience with month end close, financial consolidation and various demonstrated financial analysis
• Knowledge of full P&L’s and balance sheet accounts, including knowledge of GL account reconciliation
• Proven ability to interpret and validate data, identify key economic drivers and utilize tools and techniques to analyze effectively
• Ability to translate financial data in a manner that improves understanding and decision-making.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and/or Access experience.
• Strong influencing with an ability to build consensus and engagement with key stakeholders at all levels and across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrates a relentless drive and determination to see complex opportunities and issues through to resolution.
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