Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid) at First American in Santa Ana, CA

Senior Financial Analyst (Hybrid)
Location: USA, California, Santa Ana
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
Drive business performance by providing financial and strategic insight through sound financial analysis, identifying and tracking key metrics, and being a valued business partner.
What You'll Do:
Develops, maintains and delivers monthly and quarterly  analyses, reports, and presentations ensuring the accuracy of the information, identifying key points, and develops recommendations
Performs a wide range of ad hoc analysis of financial and operational data for trends and variances and presents findings to business unit management
Uses historical trend information, changes in market and business environments, and strategic planning  to create projections used for the budgeting or forecasting processes
Identifies trends and developments in competitive environments and presents findings to business unit management.
Manage large data sets from disparate sources for data mining, analysis, and research project
Develop complex 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
MBA preferred
4-7 years of experience in the field or related area
Finance and Accounting – Expert 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 – Expert on Microsoft Office Products, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Access
Proficient with Oracle and Hyperion preferred
Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex 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.
Excellent 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
Solid understanding of standard concepts, practices and procedures of the business
$85,000.00 - $113,300.00 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).
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
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.
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.