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 companyโs 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 Westlakeโs 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.
Whatโs the expected pay for this role?ย
- $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 on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, skill set, experience, education, credentials, and licensure when applicable.
What do we offer?ย ย
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefitsย
- Life Insurance and Long-term disability plansย
- Flexible Spending Accountย
- 401K matchingย
- Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matchingย
- Wellness Programsย
- Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only)ย
- Career Path Opportunitiesย
- Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractionsย
- Employee Loan Assistanceย ย
- Annual Flu Shot
- Paid Vacations Daysย
- Paid Sick daysย
- Paid holidaysย
- HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas, TX office)ย
- Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Programย
- UKG Walletย
Acknowledgmentย ย
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.ย
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate in employment. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.ย