Financial Analyst - Entry Level Job at Robert Half, Long Beach, CA
Job Description
We are looking for an entry-level Financial Analyst to join our team in Long Beach, California, supporting the dynamic Oil & Gas industry. This long-term contract position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, while contributing to pricing strategies and market analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and ensure the integrity of the price book database, including accurate cost, retail, and essential item attributes.
- Communicate with vendors to gather data requirements and foster effective relationships.
- Support complex projects related to pricing programs, new item setups, store onboarding, acquisitions, and mergers.
- Develop and enhance audit reports for cross-functional partners to streamline processes.
- Evaluate pricing strategies and store zone clustering results to identify risks and opportunities.
- Monitor competitor pricing strategies and analyze their impact on organizational performance, sharing insights with Category Managers.
- Design Alteryx workflows to automate routine tasks and perform detailed analysis.
- Provide actionable insights to Category Managers and the Director of Pricing to improve decision-making.
- Train and mentor pricing coordinators to promote best practices and efficiency.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or mathematics (preferred).
- 3-5 years of experience in pricing or a similar analytical role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Familiarity with analytics tools such as Alteryx, Tableau, or Power BI.
- Experience working with databases or data warehouses; specific tools preferred.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a passion for working with numbers.
- Ability to deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and proactive in solving complex problems.
Robert Half is a leading talent solutions firm connecting qualified job seekers to great opportunities. We offer contract, temporary, and permanent roles across various fields. We support your success with top jobs, competitive pay, benefits, and free training. Download our app for easy access to jobs and notifications.
We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k) plans. Employees in our FTEP Program earn paid time off, holidays, and pro-rated CTO based on service and hours worked.
Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources. 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By applying, you agree to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
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