Lead Financial Analyst Investor Relations

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Job Description:
What You'll Do

• The Lead Financial Analyst of Investor Relations supports the Manager and Director of Investor Relations to lead the global Investor Relations program.
• The Investor Relations team is responsible for five key workstreams: (i) Development of materials, such as formal remarks and potential Q&A's, for all interactions with the investment community, including quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, non-deal roadshows, and investors days. This is informed by analysis of internal forecasts and external expectations in order to formulate public financial guidance (ii) Coordinating and leading elements of investment community dialog. This includes buy and sell-side interaction/questions (iii) Maintaining buy-side targeting criteria and tracking performance to goal (iv) Tracking security analyst earnings models and providing Competitive Intelligence and analysis of peer performance data, and its implications for investor expectations for DFS. (v) Working with Corporate Strategy to support capital markets activities as needed, and create narratives for CEO/CFO/ VP-CS&IR & Director of IR for the investor community that relate these activities to DFS operating strategies.
• Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

The analyst will:

• Develop presentation materials for critical internal and external stakeholders
• Provide market and competitive intelligence by monitoring macro conditions, analyzing internal forecasts, assessing equity analyst expectations, and conducting competitive analysis
• Provide insights and recommendations to support the development of investment community messaging and the Discover investment thesis
• Participate in integration management activities related to the Investor Relations workstreams
• Streamline, systematize and document key Investor Relations team operations
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the above objectives

A successful candidate is an experienced analyst who is skilled at synthesizing and presenting detailed financial information, macroeconomic trends, and competitive intelligence to highlight implications on business trends and Discover's narrative.
The analyst must be able to clearly communicate complex information, have a high degree of financial acumen, and exhibit strong attention to detail. This role is part of a larger Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis organization. Given the pending merger with Capital One, responsibilities may evolve to best meet organizational needs.
How You'll Do It

• Develop internal and external materials, including formal remarks and potential Q&A's, for all interactions with the investment community, including quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, non-deal roadshows, investors days, Board of Director materials and other internal communications.
• Enhance internal processes driving new insights, automation, robust documentation and adherence to applicable controls.
• Efficiently source and manage internal and external data.
• Assess and compare internal and external financial forecasts.
• Conduct competitor analysis.
• Coordinate investor conference appearances and aid in the development of preparatory materials.

Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in Investor Relations, buy / sell side, planning, financial analysis, strategy, or related

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

• Primarily remain in a stationary position.
• No required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
• Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
• Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Master's degree in Business Administration and Management
• 4+ years of experience in Investor Relations, buy / sell side, planning, financial analysis, strategy, or related
• CFA or CPA
• Previous experience with AlphaSense, FactSet, and Oracle EPM

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Nov-24-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $75,500.00 to $127,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
• Recognition Program
• Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Support Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
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