• Performs economic research and studies of rates of return, depreciation and investments • Analyzes profit-and-loss income statements, and prepares reports and recommendations to management • Generates forecasts and analyzes trends in sales, finance and other areas of business• Researches economic progressions to assist the organization's financial plannin • Creates financial models of "what if" scenarios for future business planning decisions in areas such as new product development, new marketing strategies, etc. • An employee at this level is an experienced professional specializing in a given functional field by developing a depth/breadth of expertise

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