Most Important Skills For A Senior Financial Analyst At Dexcom
As a Sr Financial Analyst at Dexcom, Kimo emphasizes that "attention to detail" and strong organization are crucial due to the large amount of numerical data involved, and that communication skills, specifically the ability to "story tell" the numbers, separates more experienced analysts as it demonstrates a deeper understanding of the business beyond just the data. Kimo enjoys the holistic view of the business they gain in their role because it looks at more than just one aspect of the business, like opex or revenue.
Financial Analysis, Attention to Detail, Communication Skills, Data Storytelling, Organizational Skills
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Kimo Thomas
Sr Financial Analyst
Dexcom
University of San Diego
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Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical
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Video Highlights
1. Attention to detail is crucial in financial analysis to ensure accuracy in models and data.
2. Strong communication skills are essential for translating complex financial data into a clear and compelling narrative for executives.
3. A holistic understanding of the business, beyond specific areas like opex, is key to progressing from entry-level analyst to senior or managerial roles.
Transcript
What skills are most important for a job like yours?
In FP&A and finance, we examine a lot of numbers, so I would definitely put attention to detail at the top of the list. It's very easy in all these models that you create or use to just assume the numbers are correct.
It's very important to put checks in your files and have good organizational skills. This way, you understand which file you used for June versus May and what changes or improvements you've made. Having attention to detail there really helps.
I would also say communication skills are important for many business roles. It's crucial to be able to tell the story of what you're trying to figure out. With a lot of numbers, it's easy to get lost in the noise and not know what to say to executives.
Showing numbers within a story really separates an entry-level analyst from a senior or a manager. They're able to not just look at the numbers but understand what's going on within the business. I like my role because I look at many different things, giving me a holistic view. This is different from someone who might be only in opex and doesn't look at the revenue side.
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