Pricing Optimization Analyst Job Posting

Job Title:	Pricing Optimization Analyst
Company:	USAA
Position Type:	Permanent
Pay Rate:	Competitive
Date Posted:	Oct-29-09

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As a Fortune 200 financial services company with more than $113.5 billion in owned and managed assets, USAA is on a mission -- to facilitate the financial security of our members, the men and women of the U.S. military and their families worldwide. Headquartered on a showcase campus in San Antonio, TX, USAA attributes its long-standing success to its most valuable resource, our 22,000 employees. They are the heart and soul of our member-service culture.

Recently Ranked #1 by Business Week in Customer Service, we are recognized for the superior service we provide to our members, and the exemplary work environment we provide for our employees. Everything that happens at USAA is based on our core values: Service, Loyalty, Honesty, and Integrity. These are the foundations of how we do business with our members, as well as how we treat each other.

We are currently seeking a talented Pricing Optimization Analyst for our San Antonio, TX facility.

As a Pricing Optimization Analyst for USAA you will perform advanced accounting, financial reporting and analysis functions. Conducts financial research and analysis and recommends solutions to financial and operational issues.

JOB DUTIES

Prepares reviews and analyzes advanced financial data and reports. Coordinates with other departments regarding financial accounting or reporting matters.
Interprets information, identifies opportunities, and implements process improvements to increase work efficiencies, optimize competitive advantage, and contribute to the achievement of business goals and objectives.
Makes decisions concerning the accounting and/or reporting treatment of financial information and recommends solutions.
Performs special studies, research and analysis of financial issues with recommendations for courses of action.

Minimum Requirement:

Strong knowledge of the principles and theories of finance, accounting, and/or other related business fields and disciplines.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and functionalities of corporate financial systems.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
1+ years of progressive financial experience.

*Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Must complete 12 months in current position (from date of hire or date of placement), or must have manager's approval prior to posting.

Preferred:

Experience developing and enhancing pricing optimization models integrating supply-side and demand-side analytics
Experience with managing large amounts of data and the ability to define and communicate data requirements.
Demonstrates knowledge of demand analytics (quantification of customer value, price elasticity of demand, etc.) and its application in pricing.
Demonstrates knowledge of cost/risk analytics (loss curves, liquidation curves, economic capital, expense, funding costs, other revenues, etc.) and its application in pricing.
2-5 years knowledge of pricing analytics (business case development, ROI, EBIT, P&L, capital).
Demonstrates understanding of USAA bank products and member landscape.
Programming skills (VBA, etc.) for the creation of holistic price optimization models.
Experience working with data bases (MS Access, SQL).
Technical experience in developing loss or liquidation curves, economic capital, ALM analysis for pricing or demand curves.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

At USAA our employees enjoy one of the best benefits packages in the business, including business casual dress environment, comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, along with wellness and wealth building programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education will assist you with your professional goals.

USAA also offers a variety of on-site services and conveniences to help you manage your work and personal life, including seven cafeterias, two company stores and three fitness centers.

Relocation assistance is available for this position.

Qualified applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment background and drug screen.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=649346-1421-177

Location:	US-TX-San Antonio
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Human Resources
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URL:	http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=649346-1421-177