Accounting Analyst at First American

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Typically 2-4 years of related analytical experience
Strong computer skills including all applications in Microsoft Office
Experience with mainframe system, Oracle preferred
Critical thinking skills - using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
Problem-solving skills - identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Excellent analytical, verbal, and written skills
Ability to diagnose and analyze problems and identify and drive appropriate solutions
Experience facilitating meetings with high-level cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of routine and some non-routine analysis functions in general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or other financial departments
Responsible for process improvements, standardizing and streamlining procedures, creating written desktop procedures, training, metrics for business units, research and correction of reconciliation discrepancies, and special projects
Reconciles simple to medium complex sub-ledger accounts and financial records; creates analysis reports as needed
Investigates, analyzes, coordinates, and tracks simple to medium complex customer issues and problems
Partners with business owners, customers, and suppliers to understand underlying business processes to ensure appropriate system and internal controls are in place
Researches and resolves discrepancies on general ledger accounts related to area of responsibility
Communicates and trains business processes for assigned areas as needed
Participates and/or leads teams for process improvement, cost reduction, and issue resolution

Skills

Accounting

Account Reconciliation

General Ledger

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Financial Analysis

Process Improvement

Excel

Reconciliation

Internal Controls

First American

Provides title insurance and real estate services

About First American

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1889Year Founded

$800.2MTotal Funding

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development

Risks

Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.

Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.

Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

Differentiation

First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.

The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.

First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

Upsides

Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.

Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.

Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

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