Financial Analyst

WHY LAFCU?
LAFCU is a credit union that’s been serving our community for 90 years. We have expanded to provide financial services to people and businesses across the entire state of Michigan. We are very involved in serving our community and you’ll see LAFCU rolling up their sleeves and giving back.

We are a full service financial institution; providing relevant products and services such as overdraft protection, debit and credit cards, savings and checking accounts, auto loans, mortgage loans and much more.

With a particular focus on serving people of modest means, LAFCU is committed to enhancing its members' financial well-being and creating long-lasting positive change across generations. Awarded the prestigious Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award, LAFCU is known for its people-helping-people mission, which has led to award-winning financial literacy programs for all ages. A three-time honoree as a national ‘Best Credit Union to Work For,’ named a Best Place to Work for Women, and recognized globally for its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, LAFCU stands out

In addition to our competitive compensation package; including 401k, we have a strong tuition assistance program; and believe strongly in work/life balance.

LAFCU actively promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe diverse perspectives contribute to our overall success.

Assisting LAFCU with financial decisioning through evaluation of financial data for investment decisions, loan portfolios and our overall financial health. This position analyzes trends, prepares reports and provides insights to help enhance our financial performance and ensuring our compliance with all necessary regulations.

• Analyzing current and past financial data to give advice on LAFCU's financial trends. Studies industry specific business trends and researches data.
• Create written reports using predictive financial models that enable the management team to make strategic decisions to meet business goals.
• Work directly with CFO on various planning exercises including budgets, profitability analysis, and reporting.
• Compiles and presents required records and reports including the Quarterly Call report.
• Spots trends and accesses risks to predict outcomes for business decisions.
• Working with financial software for analysis and reporting.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

• Three years to five years of proven financial analyst or similar experience. Proven proficiency in spreadsheets, databases and financial software applications.
• (1) A bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in accounting, economics or statistics; or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., information technology certifications in lieu of a degree).
• Work involves extensive personal contact with others and is of a personal or sensitive nature. Motivating, influencing, and/or training others is key at this level. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary and often requires the ability to influence and/or sell ideas or services to others.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, Credit Unions and the analysis and reporting of financial data. Demonstrates carefulness
  about detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks. Able to pivot and prioritize tasks. Excellent reporting, presenting and communication skills. 
• Sitting, reaching, reading, speaking in a normal office setting