A Day in the Life:

The Financial Analyst role is known for driving overall analytical support within the Fleet Operations Finance group.

The starting salary for this position is $70,000; commensurate with experience. 

What You’ll Do:

FORECASTING AND REPORTING

Develop long-term and short-term forecasts; develop complex models and scenarios to forecast performance  Identify business issues and opportunities by analyzing financial and non-financial data Analyze, interpret and evaluate data by challenging inputs and performing reasonability assessments  Proactively identify key performance indicators that drive better decision making Condense and synthesize vast financial data into a meaningful and actionable message Develop and maintain monthly financial reporting package, containing key metrics by channel and by location. Utilize dashboards to identify opportunities for management to improve performance and achieve financial goals. Benchmark current business performance to competitors Anticipate future market or industry trends to drive business performance decisions Plan and coordinate others in performing consolidation and closure activities

FINANCIAL PLANNING AND BUDGETING

Prepare and interpret operational budgets, identify gaps and assesses consistency with the overall business strategy Present, defend and negotiate business plans to management Monitor financial information for trends, variances and unusual discrepancies and drive resolution of gaps by making informed recommendations to management Challenge managers in the justification of financial proposals Identify and evaluate risk associated with business performance and strategy

PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS 

Develop complex models and scenarios to forecast performance and identify issues and opportunities  Analyze financial and non-financial data 

DATA VISUALIZATION

Condense and synthesize vast financial data into meaningful and actionable message  Use dashboards and identify opportunities for management to improve performance and achieve financial goals  Communicate performance measurements via visualizations (tableau dashboard development) and statistical modeling 

BUSINESS CONTROLS

Plan and conduct financial/operational audits of retail locations. Verify compliance of activities with policies, regulations, and procedures Reports audit findings to strategic business leaders, communicate the impact of identified audit risks and recommend corrective action

BUSINESS PARTNERING

Seek and build alliances within the finance organization and across the business to ensure that finance is included as a vital strategic partner in the business decision making processes Provide input as a key business partner for strategic business agenda development

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Plan and conduct financial/operational audits of retail locations. Verify compliance of activities with policies, regulations, and procedures Reports audit findings to strategic business leaders, communicate the impact of identified audit risks and recommend corrective action

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent required; preferably in Economics, Statistics, Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or Mathematics.  1-3+ years of experience in project-based analytical role preferred; will consider college grad within this space.   Proficient use of Excel, Access, and Hyperion Planning preferred Process innovation and development; management via KPIs. Excellent computer skills are essential (advanced Excel, Tableau; proficient Oracle, Hyperion Planning) Data-mining and SQL/SAS capabilities preferred Strong problem solving/analytical skills Ability to effectively work with team members Effective verbal/written communication skills Strong work ethic and organization skills

What You’ll Get:

Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental    Paid Time Off Medical, Dental & Vision plan options Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program for employees & family Educational Reimbursement & Discounts Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness Perks & Discounts –Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more