Jr. Financial Risk Analyst

JR Financial Analyst
Los Angeles, CA | On-Site

Westlake Flooring Services was established in 2013 as a division of Westlake Financial Services – the leading lender for independent and franchise dealerships. Founded as a way to provide both independent and franchise dealers floor plan lines of credit; Westlake Flooring strives to suit any business’s needs. Westlake Flooring has financed over 190,000 vehicles for more than 2,500 dealerships in over 46 states. Our cutting-edge technology, customer service, unique partnerships, and flexible terms makes us the most dealer friendly floorplan provider in the United States.

DESCRIPTION
The primary responsibilities of the position require the employee to conduct analysis of the company’s operational, business, and reporting processes.

The candidate must be technically proficient and able to learn tools like Excel and SQL quickly.  The position entails a great deal of ad hoc analysis and critical thinking, problem solving ability, flexibility, and adaptability are essential.  The analyst will work on high impact projects on a daily basis.  The position is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and develop professionally as it involves critical tasks and exposure to Westlake’s senior management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Jr. financial analyst will work directly with all of Westlake Flooring’s departments to control costs, forecast income, and improve key processes under the supervision of the Risk Analytics Manager.  Innovation and independent thought will be highly valued. 

Typical reporting duties do exist, including daily and monthly reporting management, 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, and an ability to think simultaneously about relevant conceptual and empirical factors will ensure success in this role.  Skills in financial planning and analysis and data analysis are recommended.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & LICENSES:

• Technically inclined
• Eager to learn
• Attention to detail
• Excel, VBA or SQL knowledge a high desired
• Knowledge of financial planning and analysis highly desired

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Finance, Economics, CS, IT, Accounting, Business Bachelor’s Degree from accredited 4 year institution. 

Pay Rate:

• base salary of $31.25 plus a potential bonus of up to $5,000 per year.
• 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

Full Time Benefits 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits 
• Life Insurance and Long-term disability plans 
• Flexible Spending Account 
• 401K matching 
• Employee Stock Ownership Program in a $18.2 Billion Company, plus company matching 
• Wellness Programs 
• Metro Tap Card and Metro-link Reimbursement (for Los Angeles, CA employees only) 
• Career Path Opportunities 
• Discounts on Parks, Museums, Movie Tickets, and Attractions 
• Employee Loan Assistance  
• Annual Flu Shot
• Paid Vacation Days 
• Paid Sick days 
• Paid holidays 
• HGym (available in our Los Angeles, CA & Dallas,TX office) 
• Rental Car Discounts, Dell Member Purchase Program 
• UKG Wallet 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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.
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.