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What is a returnship program?

A returnship program is a structured, paid work opportunity designed for professionals who have taken a career break and are looking to re-enter the workforce. These programs typically last a few months and provide training, mentorship, and hands-on experience to help participants refresh their skills and adapt to current workplace trends. Returnships are often offered by companies seeking to access a diverse talent pool and support individuals in transitioning back into their professional careers. Upon completion, participants may be considered for full-time roles based on their performance and organizational needs.

What types of support and training can I expect during a Returnship Program to help me transition back into the workforce?

Returnship Programs are designed to provide structured support for professionals re-entering the workforce after a career break. Typically, participants receive mentorship, tailored training sessions, and ongoing feedback to help refresh their skills and build confidence. These programs often include networking opportunities, access to resources for upskilling, and integration into project teams to gain hands-on experience. The supportive environment aims to ease your transition, address skill gaps, and increase your chances of securing a permanent position.

What Is a Returnship Program?

A returnship program is a type of training program designed to help employees return to the workforce after a period of absence. Reasons for taking an absence vary. For example, people may have joined the military, become a parent, or spent some time traveling. Returnships promote re-entry by offering training, support, and help throughout the hiring process. Many returnships are industry-specific. For example, banking returnships can help people catch up with new legislation and regain habits. Returnships are similar to internships, but they may last longer and are almost always paying positions. These programs are especially popular in industries that see a lot of change because taking just a few years off can leave workers wondering where to begin.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Returnship Program, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Returnship Program, you need foundational skills and experience relevant to your target industry, often supported by previous professional roles and a willingness to update your knowledge. Familiarity with current industry software, digital collaboration tools, or specific certifications may be required depending on the field. Strong soft skills such as adaptability, communication, and a proactive learning mindset help you re-integrate smoothly into the workplace. These competencies enable you to quickly bridge skill gaps, contribute effectively, and transition successfully into a permanent role.

What is the difference between Returnship Program vs Internship?

Returnship ProgramInternship
Designed for professionals returning to the workforce after a career breakTypically for students or early-career individuals gaining initial work experience
Often paid, with a focus on skill refreshment and reintegrationUsually unpaid or paid, with a focus on learning and exposure
Targeted at experienced professionals re-entering the industryTargeted at those starting their careers
Duration varies, often longer than internshipsUsually shorter, e.g., a few months

In summary, a Returnship Program is tailored for experienced professionals re-entering the workforce, offering a structured pathway to update skills, while internships are primarily for early-career individuals seeking initial industry experience.

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Financial Analyst - RETURNSHIP ELIGIBLE

Travis Credit Union

Vacaville, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Travis Credit Union rating

9.7

Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

This role is RETURNSHIP ELIGIBLE. Click here for more information: Returnship Program | Careers | Travis Credit Union
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:30pm (with some flexibility), 40 hours/week / Hybrid - 2-3 days in-office
Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the communities served by Travis Credit Union, which include the following counties: Alameda, Colusa, Contra Costa, Merced, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, and Yolo. For hybrid and remote roles, candidates are still required to reside within a commutable distance of our corporate headquarters in Vacaville, California.
We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas for this position. Candidates must have current authorization to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).
Summary: The Travis Credit Union (TCU) Financial Analyst is responsible for developing and implementing analytics and reporting solutions for the Accounting & Finance division of the organization. The Financial Analyst creates value for the organization by synthesizing data from multiple sources and liaising with other departments to share insights with respect to growth trends, profitability, potential efficiencies, and other knowledge which will help run the business more effectively.
Profile:
  • Provides reporting and analytics focused on but not limited to budgeting; asset-liability management modeling (ALM); interest rate risk; liquidity management; balance sheet allocation; profitability; product pricing methodologies; cost-benefit analysis; static pool tracking; dividend verification and deposit analytics; financial trends; and ad-hoc analysis.
  • Maintains and runs various financial analytical software systems and models, both in-house and 3rd party, including but not limited to: Prologue General Ledger; Vantage Budgeting; 3rdparty Asset/Liability Management (ALM) Model; DNA Profit Vision; Visible Equity Loan Analytics; DNA Core; Callahan Peer-to-Peer; Travis Intelligence Database.
  • Reconciles financial data between systems and models to ensure consistent, detailed and summary reporting to be provided to management, ALCO, and other end-users.
  • Monitors and measures risk in accordance with the metrics outlined in TCU's policies: Asset-Liability Management; Concentration Risk; Investment; Liquidity Management.
  • Coordinates data gathering from each department for annual budget. Performs quarterly re-forecasts. Evaluates budget and what-if scenarios versus historical data, performs other budgeting duties as assigned.
  • Performs profitability analyses and develops pricing models to ensure product offerings are appropriately priced.
  • Ensures Budget, 3rdparty ALM Model, Profitability Model, and Loan Analytics Model data is reconciled and uploaded. Develops and maintains financial analytics and reporting using modeling output.
  • Responsible for: daily share and loan balancing; deposit analytics; quarterly peer analysis; monthly dividend verification; establishing benchmarks for financial performance.
  • Accurately prepares reports for monthly ALCO and Board meetings.
  • Serves as a Finance Liaison to other departments as it relates to other functions and projects. Serves as TCU Liaison to: third-party software providers; entities that report on our financial data (Callahan, Raddon Financial Group, etc.).
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel for projects.
Skills:
  • Basic understanding of accounting, balance sheets, income statements, depository institutions, and Asset Liability Management.
  • Strong analytical skills, highly organized, ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Reasoning ability - capable of logical, critical thinking. Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusion or approaches to complex problems. Abilitytodefineproblems,collectdata,establishfactsanddrawvalidconclusions.
  • Detail-oriented and able to perform functions with accuracy and on rigid schedules.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail are paramount as errors in reporting can lead to material misstatements in both regulatory and public arenas, potentially resulting in financial penalties.
  • Effective, professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with all levels of the credit union staff.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products.
  • Advanced Excel skills to includemacro experience.
  • Budgeting software, General Ledger package, and reporting software experience is helpful.
Experience
Associate Financial Analyst
  • This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business or related field; or equivalent related work experience.
  • Minimum of 1-year previous related work experience.
  • Working knowledge of financial statements, intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, and experience with databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.
Financial Analyst
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business, or related field; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent related professional experience.
  • Minimum 2 years finance related work experience, preferably in the financial services and/or banking industry.
  • Thorough understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and ALM. Effective use of databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Reports directly to assigned department management.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Statistics, Data Analytics Economics, Business, or related field and a minimum of 5 years of related work experience; or a Master's degree and 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.
  • Thorough understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, liquidity forecasting, and ALM.
  • Effective use of databases (Tableau, Power BI, or Oracle) using user interface and/or coding languages (e.g., SQL or DAX) to query relevant data.
  • Promotion Considerations:
  • Significant contributor to an intra-department liaising program to enhance growth and profitability, ALM, operational efficiencies, and expense control.
Compensation:
  • Associate Financial Analyst: Grade 13 - $33.46 - $41.33 hourly is commensurate with experience.
  • Financial Analyst: Grade 15 - $82,680.00/annually - $102,128.00 annually is commensurate with experience.
  • Sr. Financial Analyst: Grade 17 - $98,238.40 - $121,347.20 annually is commensurate with experience.
Our compensation philosophy considers various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, as well as a candidate's experience, education/training, and key skills.
Benefits:

At Travis Credit Union, we prioritize the wellbeing of our employees and their families by providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that supports their health, welfare, and financial security. In turn, this enables our employees to focus on delivering exceptional service to our members and meeting the goals of the credit union.
Eligible employees enjoy a robust benefits package, which includes:
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Mental health and wellness programs
  • Employee performance incentive plan
  • Merit-based salary increases
  • 401(k) program with immediately vested employer match
  • Generous holiday and vacation policies
  • Exclusive TCU perks such as employee loan and credit card discounts

Travis Credit Union is an Affirmative Action Employer.
EOE / Individuals with Disabilities / Veteran Status
Employment Type: Regular Full Time

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