Analyst, Financial Analysis Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for analyst, financial analysis, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support for Powerpoint Financial presentations (MIS Reporting, QMR, Rating Agencies, Planning, and other ad hoc presentation requests.).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Excellent Excel and database skills including pivot tables, vlookups, macros
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Commitment to maintaining ongoing professional development and educational standards
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Skill to manage multiple and varied tasks
• Knowledge of SAP and HFM, including retrieves preferred
• Experience with Tableau Analytics Tool & Alteryx Analytics tool preferred
• Prior experience with reporting and forecasting in an FP&A environment, working knowledge of general accounting principles (preparing and validating accruals/ re-class activity, performing reconciliations, etc)

Please consider me for the analyst, financial analysis opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for variance analysis and month/year-end close reporting and monitoring, working capital monitoring and analysis, and program financial forecasting.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Show initiative, confidence, and drive to achieve results without explicit direction or detailed instructions
• Demonstrate natural curiosity about how and why things are done
• BS/BA in Business/Accounting/Finance/Economics/Math or other analytic fields with strong interest in Business/Finance
• Excellent organizational, quantitative and analytic skills with a very strong aptitude for problem solving
• High professional standards and business ethics
• Sense of urgency – deal response is often time sensitive
• Skilled in using Excel, Access
• Assist in reviewing and approving price proposal responses for Bids/ Tenders, including preparation of P&Ls and business case to complete bid war room deck for review

I am excited to be applying for the position of analyst, financial analysis. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for monthly financial close support; including variance analysis, accruals and prepaids submissions through a partnership with the Accounting Services group.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Work well with others and independently with limited guidance
• Prior experience with designing and developing reporting dashboards in Tableau is preferred
• Team player with a good attitude who has fun at work
• Professional Accounting designation (CPA) or working towards is considered an asset
• Able to recognize when financial plans are in jeopardy of being met and can make relevant suggestions for improvement
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of Argus Software is preferred
• Good communication & strong collaboration skills technical expertise

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the analyst, financial analysis position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for summary reporting and present financial changes in program planning year over year to senior marketing management.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Support service owners in understanding Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), key drivers, and unit costs
• Prior experience with reporting and forecasting in an FP&A environment, some working knowledge of general accounting principles (preparing and validating accruals/ re-class activity, performing reconciliations, etc)
• Use of strong written and verbal communication skills, with various levels in the organization
• Comprehend and execute intermediate math skills
• Implements TBM and cost per unit benchmarks for Infrastructure and Network
• Basic accounting knowledge with a good understanding of basic General Ledger systems and Data Warehousing systems
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase and related tools and features including EAS, Excel Add-In, Smart View and EPMA, VB scripting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power Point and other MS Office products

In response to your job posting for analyst, financial analysis, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for the necessary internal financial reporting and variance analysis to stakeholders for the Loyalty programs including but not limited to data gathering and analysis related to program reimbursements, funding, and promotional costs.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• High level understanding of financial assets and loan performance analysis
• High level understanding of Financial assets and loans analysis
• Knowledge of financial institution balance sheet, profit and loss and analysis techniques
• Intermediate to advanced skill level with PowerPoint and Excel, including VBA and macros
• Preferably, some experience with multidimensional cube reporting (Essbase, HFM, Outlooksoft, ), , SQL and statistical analysis
• Experience communicating data analysis findings and trends
• CPA with public practice training and the interest to pursue (or already pursuing) a CFA or CBV
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills are essential along with a working knowledge of valuation/finance theory and techniques