Financial Analyst
Los Angeles, CA | On-site role
Westlake Financial is the largest privately held auto finance company in the Nation.
We are committed to growing and strengthening our organization by hiring the people that make Westlake World (our culture) what it is. Through hiring the best fitting applicant and supporting our people in further developing their skills, we transition our Applicants into Westlake Warriors (our people).
With 30% YOY growth and assets of 2.26 Billion, we are always looking to acquire talented individuals as we expand our presence in the Auto Finance Industry. Westlake Financial believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our more than 22,000 dealer partners throughout North America.
Financial Analyst Brief Description:
The primary responsibilities of the position require the employee to conduct analysis of the company’s financial statements and their components, and business processes.
DUTIES, TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but not limited to)
The financial analyst will work directly with all of Westlake’s departments to control costs, forecast income, and improve key processes. Innovation and independent thought will be highly valued.
Typical reporting duties do exist, including monthly forecasting, operating expense review, profitability reports and other regular duties. However, the role involves a high volume of ad hoc or as needed analysis to address the concerns and needs of each department and of upper management. These range from making recommendations on process improvements, to ascertaining profitability of a potential business move, to conducting valuation analysis, among other projects. Time management, follow up, business sense, professionalism, and an ability to think simultaneously about relevant conceptual and empirical factors will ensure success in this role.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, LICENSES
Strong critical thinking and quantitative skills are required.
EDUCATION
- A 4-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, and VBA are preferred.
- Strong critical thinking and quantitative skills, along with the ability to be organized and coordinate well with others are required.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written are required.
EXPERIENCE
- This role is entry-level.
What’s the expected pay for this role?
- $28.85 to 31.25 per hour
- The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire and will be dependent o