Financial Analyst (Hybrid)

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Support business performance by delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and actionable insights through analysis of operational and financial data. This role focuses on identifying trends, building forecasts and models, and partnering with cross-functional teams to inform decision-making.

What You'll Do:

Develops, maintains, and delivers monthly and quarterly analyses, reports, and presentations ensuring the accuracy of the information and identifying key points

Performs general ad hoc analysis of financial and operational data for trends and variances and presents findings to finance management

Uses historical trend information along with changes in market and business environments to create projections used for the budgeting or forecasting processes

Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to finance management.

Manage large data sets from disparate sources for data mining, analysis, and research project

Develop financial models for what-if analysis, scenario planning, and M&A activities

Works collaboratively with team members and other departments

Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

2- 4 years of experience in the field or related area

Finance and Accounting - Experience in finance, economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, financial statements, valuation and the analysis and reporting of financial data

Mathematics & Analytics - Ability to understand, manipulate and solve problems using mathematics on large data sets

Computer Skills – Advanced on Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Problem Solving - Identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one

Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures of the business

Pay Range: $64,300.00 - $85,700.00 Annually

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We Offer

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.