Economic Analyst

Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting U.S. ( Learn More )

General Information

Location:	US-OH-Toledo
Base Pay:	$69,545.99 - $85,000.00 /Year
Req'd Education:	4 Year Degree
Employee Type:	Full-Time
Req'd Experience:	At least 1 year(s)
Req'd Travel:	Not Specified
Manages Others:	False
Relocation Covered:	False

Job Description Classification: Business Analyst Compensation: $69,545.99 to $85,000.00 per year Robert Half is working with a Fortune company to find an Economic Analyst for it's corporate office.The Economic Analyst provides finance leaders with quantitative analysis of macroeconomic measures that affect the Corporate business forecasts. Focus for this position will be International. The Economics Analyst will be responsible for 1. Supporting business leaders through economic insight in a way that results in data driven decisions and informed and practical operating forecasts. 2. Supporting the production of monthly economic reports, product demand forecast, and investor-relations related materials. 3. Demonstrating analytical expertise in economics, statistics, or econometrics. 4. Supporting continuous improvement in team efficiency and quality of work. Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Job RequirementsBachelors degree is required in Finance, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics. A minimum of 2 semesters of Graduate-level coursework in statistics and econometrics or a minimum of 1 year of experience in econometrics, or economic analysis (either macro- or microeconomics) is required.Previous experience in developing estimates and/or forecasts through statistical and regression analysis in abusiness/academic/policy environment highly desirable. Solid understanding of economic theory and applications and a rigorous analytical framework. Familiarity with one or more of the major economic data vendors (Moodys economy.com, IHS Global Insight, Haver Analytics). Basic understanding of key economic data series such as GDP, industrial production, employment, unemployment rate, housing starts/home sales/home price and data concepts such as SAAR/NSA, CAGR, annualized % change.Advanced or expert level ability in Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with one or more mainstream statistical/econometric software (SAS, STATA, Eviews, SPSS).Ability to discuss data, research methodology, and results with both economists and non-economists. Robert Half Finance & Accounting pioneered specialized financial recruitment and today is the worldwide leader. We specialize in placing professionals on a full-time basis in a variety of areas, including accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, credit & collections, audit and taxation. For six decades we have been matching highly skilled accounting and finance professionals with our clients' positions. Our relationship with industry-leading companies in more than 350 locations around the globe gives you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. Our company again was named to FORTUNE� magazine's 'World's Most Admired Companies' list, ranking #1 in our industry (March 19, 2012). Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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