Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, Ellington Management Group, as the description highlights the company and role but is posted by Jobright.ai.
Job overview
The Financial Analyst (New Grad & Entry Level) role supports Ellington Management Group's accounting and reporting teams by performing quantitative analysis and data manipulation to aid investment management and advisory services.
Responsibilities and impact
The analyst will extract, transform, and analyze data using SQL and Excel, improve workflows and automation, validate accounting calculations, develop reports and dashboards, collaborate across departments, ensure data accuracy, automate reporting processes, and support regulatory reporting and compliance.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related fields, proficiency in SQL and Excel, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently; experience in financial services and accounting data is preferred.
Company information
Ellington Management Group is an investment management company specializing in risk-adjusted investment plans and advisory services.
Company overview
Jobright.ai is a technology company focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to streamline and enhance the job search and recruitment process for both candidates and employers. The company generates revenue primarily through subscription-based services and partnerships with organizations seeking to optimize hiring, offering tools such as AI-powered resume analysis, job matching, and interview preparation. Founded to address inefficiencies in traditional recruitment, Jobright.ai has positioned itself as an innovator in the HR tech space, emphasizing automation and data-driven insights. Notable milestones include the launch of its proprietary AI algorithms and collaborations with major job boards and corporate clients. Candidates should be aware of Jobright.ai’s commitment to ethical AI practices and its rapidly evolving product suite.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your proficiency in SQL and Excel, focusing on your ability to perform data extraction, transformation, and analysis relevant to financial reporting and accounting.
Emphasize your experience or coursework that demonstrates strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and your capability to improve workflows or automate processes, as these are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through multiple channels including Jobright.ai's corporate career site and LinkedIn to ensure maximum visibility and to leverage different application tracking systems.
Connect with employees in the accounting, reporting, or financial analysis divisions at Jobright.ai on LinkedIn. Ice breakers could include asking about their experience with automation projects or inquiring how they manage cross-departmental collaboration effectively.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'SQL', 'Excel', 'data manipulation', 'workflow automation', 'financial reporting', and 'data integrity'. This will help your resume pass initial automated screenings.
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