Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team at Pacific Coast Financial Group, where innovation meets coastal excellence. We're seeking a strategic Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial decision-making for our expanding portfolio of clients in Southern California's thriving maritime and logistics sector. This hybrid role combines dynamic financial modeling with high-impact stakeholder collaboration in our modern Long Beach headquarters.
Our ideal candidate brings expertise in complex financial analysis and a passion for transforming data into actionable business strategies. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and unparalleled professional development in one of America's most vibrant coastal cities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze financial performance metrics and deliver comprehensive variance reports for executive leadership
- Develop advanced forecasting models to support strategic planning and investment decisions
- Lead budgeting processes across multiple departments with 15% annual growth targets
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis for client portfolio optimization
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cost-saving initiatives
- Present financial insights to C-suite executives using executive dashboards
- Maintain compliance with SOX regulations and SEC reporting requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (MBA/CFA preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive financial analysis experience in corporate or consulting environments
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and financial modeling software
- Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles
- Proven ability to translate complex financial data into strategic recommendations
- Experience with maritime or logistics industry financial operations preferred
- Excellent presentation skills with ability to communicate to non-financial stakeholders
- CPA certification or actively pursuing designation