Senior Financial Analyst

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, the Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for evaluating financial data, creating reports, and providing recommendations to support strategic decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of financial modeling, data analysis, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze financial data, including revenue, expenses, and profitability for the company overall, departments, and projects, to identify trends, variances, and opportunities.

• Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to forecast future financial performance, conduct scenario analysis, and support strategic planning.

• Reporting: Prepare detailed financial reports, analyses, presentations, and dashboards for internal stakeholders and senior management.

• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

• Performance Monitoring: Monitor financial performance against budget and forecasts and provide insights into variances and corrective actions. Work with teams to identify ways to increase gross profit margin on jobs.

• Investment Analysis: Evaluate investment opportunities and conduct risk assessments to support investment decisions.

• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments to gather financial data, understand operational processes, and support cross-functional projects. Facilitate constant communication with operations team to help ensure all are on the same page.

• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.

• Ad-Hoc Analysis: Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required by management or special projects.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, including significant experience in advanced financial modeling and strategic planning.
• Skills:

  • Expertise in financial analysis, modeling, and reporting.

  • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • Proficiency in Excel and Quickbooks Online.

  • Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  • High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work under pressure.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Environment:

• Location: Long Beach, CA

• Hours: Normal Business Hours

What we offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short-term Disability
  • AD&D/Life Insurance
  • 401k (with company match)
  • Additional option to elect incremental Life Insurance for employees and dependents and choose to elect Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending

Curtin Maritime is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.