Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst Job Description

Analyzes past and present financial data of organization and estimates future revenues and expenditures, applying principles of finance. Conducts and documents financial analysis projects. Assists organization with financial functions, such as assessing, auditing, planning, budgeting, taxes, consolidation, cost control, and project control. Evaluates and analyzes capital expenditures, depreciation, proposals, investment opportunities, rate of return, profit plans, operating records, financial statements, etc. : Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses. Documents revenues and expenditures expected and submits to management. Develops financial/accounting concepts for financial planning and control. Assists in preparation of special studies, analyses, and recommendations in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, and business forecasts. Advises management on matters, such as effective use of resources and assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Interprets budgets to management. Conducts and may lead audits. May assist in financial analysis of legislative projects to develop capital improvement budget. May act as consultant to management on financial policies, procedures, and applications. May assist communities in developing budget and efficient use of funds. May provide functional and technical direction to other staff members. (Source: eDOT Job Description)