Sr IT Financial Analyst

PENNYMAC

Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market.

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of home ownership through the complete mortgage journey.

The Senior IT Financial Analyst provides key centralized financial services to all Information Technology groups requiring financial guidance, reporting, or analyses. General functions would include financial forecasting, pricing and product analyses, profit and loss statement management, corporate budgeting, ad-hoc analyses and reporting, and guidance pertaining to shared expense analyses, expense allocations, and department structuring.

• Collects analyses, and prepares reports for Information Technology
  services utilization and cost. Data is used to ensure appropriate cost and
  charge practices to business divisions and to identify and understand
  trends in services utilization. Works with department management to
  develop corrective action strategies for problem areas.
• Performs regular audits of services utilization and financial data to
  ensure accurate and appropriate use practices. Makes
  recommendations and/or brings issues to management.
• Oversees billing issue reconciliation, participates in process changes as
  needed, and Works in conjunction with FAV to make recommendation
  for continued process improvement.
• Maintain analytics models that require knowledge of financial concepts
• Seeks and implements opportunities for additional controls regarding IT
  spend.
• Headcount reporting for both internal (FTE/Contractors) and external
  (Offshore/Nearshore) resources.
• Develop the information technology budget in conjunction with the
  various Information Technology groups.
• Audits Profit & Loss statement to identify cost trends and miss
  categorizations.
• Timely response to ad-hoc reporting requests.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• Demonstrate behaviors which are aligned with the organization’s desired
  culture and values.

• Post-graduate degree in quantitative major
• 3+ years of relevant experience with financial modeling or financial engineering preferred
• Moderate skill in business intelligence tools such as Tableau
• Must be highly proficient in Excel and Google Sheets
• Ability to create and present presentations
• Knowledge of SQL a plus
• Accounting background or knowledge of general accounting processes, procedures, and financial statements helpful
• Organized thought process and able to conduct one-self in a professional manner
• Must be a team player with strong attention to detail and able to work independently
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, mathematical skills and sound judgment
• Financial Services and, if possible, mortgage industry experience preferred
• Strong business acumen and ability to interface with executive management
• Growth mindset, desire and willingness to lead objectives as opportunities arise

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do.

Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported.

Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and…