Senior Financial Analyst

Job Location:  US-TX-San Antonio Job Category:  Accounting/Finance/Insurance Status:  Full Time, Employee Job Reference #:   5279 Share our pride. Join our mission. As a Fortune 200 financial services company with more than $113.5 billion in owned and managed assets, USAA is on a mission — to facilitate the financial security of our members, the men and women of the U.S. military and their families worldwide. Headquartered on a showcase campus in San Antonio, TX, USAA attributes its long-standing success to its most valuable resource, our 22,000 employees. They are the heart and soul of our member-service culture. Recently Ranked #1 by Business Week in Customer Service, we are recognized for the superior service we provide to our members, and the exemplary work environment we provide for our employees. Everything that happens at USAA is based on our core values: Service, Loyalty, Honesty, and Integrity. These are the foundations of how we do business with our members, as well as how we treat each other. We are currently seeking talented Senior Financial Analyst for our San Antonio, TX facility. As a Senior Financial Analyst for USAA, you will perform complex accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. You will serve as an advisor to management on complex business or financial processes. Job duties: Reviews, prepares, analyzes, and interprets complex financial data to determine reasonableness and accuracy of information. Analyzes financial information and supports the decision-making processes of business partners. Identifies and anticipates problems, critical issues and implements appropriate responses to meet business challenges. Interprets information, identifies opportunities and implements process improvements to increase work efficiencies, optimize competitive advantage and contribute to the achievement of business goals and objectives. Makes decisions concerning the accounting and/or reporting treatment of financial information. Performs special studies and research/analysis of financial and operational issues and recommends courses of action. May periodically lead projects or teams or provide work direction to team members. Qualified candidates need to possess: Broad knowledge of the principles and theories of finance, accounting and/or other related business fields and disciplines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and functionalities of corporate financial systems. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 4+ years of progressive financial experience. Experience with forecasting and planning tools and systems. Preferred experience includes: Knowledge and previous work experience in the investment industry, specifically the brokerage business. Experience with Cognos and EssBase. Ability to multi-task. Quick learning skills. Experience briefing senior management. Higher level of qualifications may warrant higher level of position. At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including business casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals. USAA also offers a variety of on-site services and conveniences to help you manage your work and personal life, including seven cafeterias, two company stores and three fitness centers. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Qualified applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment background and drug screen. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including business casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals. Qualified applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment background and drug screen.