Financial Analyst

Account Reconciliation ~ Equity Investment/Portfolio Analysis ~ Market Research ~ Data Analysis

Client Relations ~ Process Improvement ~ Staff Leadership and Training

Qualifications Profile

Performance-focused, detail-oriented, and multifaceted professional, with hands-on experience and proven abilities in administering financial and management reporting operations within financial institutions. Equipped with strong analytical skills in gathering and utilizing financial data to develop sound recommendations and deliver positive results in various business functions. Armed with excellent communication and interpersonal skills in cultivating productive working relationships with professionals of all levels. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SAS, Jack Henry Systems, and EViews.

Relevant Experience

First National Bank of Sparta, Sparta, IL

Loan Officer Nov 2014–Jan 2018

Assessed the creditworthiness of current and potential clients through application and interview

Demonstrated industry knowledge in providing financial counseling to clients.

Rendered supervision to front-line employees and fulfill key tasks for Loan, Compliance, and IT Steering committees

Designed and executed debt-repayment plans in line with the needs of the bank as well as clients

Took charge of processing disbursement funds on behalf of the bank.

Proficiently utilized financial analysis software to measure the current and future financial standing of individuals with high net worth in relation to standard clientele.

Conducted routine website maintenance and system wide updates, as a systems administrator.

Wells Fargo Advisors, St. Louis, MO

Securities Operations Service Specialist II Sep 2014–Nov 2014

Examined and processed complex check deposits for brokerage operations

Ensured accurate record of cash by auditing previous day deposits, as part of a special Project Team.

Communicated with branch representatives to guarantee timely processing and compliance of deposits with corporate procedures toward meet client satisfactions.

Facilitated training for new employees on company methodology and best practices.

Westward Financial Strategies, St. Louis, MO

Intern, Insurance Broker May 2013–Aug 2013

Organized meetings with personal clients to identify what products could be best utilized for clients’ needs.

Provided guidance to coworkers during meetings with business clientele.

Other Experience

McKendree University, Lebanon, IL Oct 2010–May 2014

Media Coordinator, Office of University Communications and Marketing Jan 2011–May 2014

Office Assistant, School of Business Aug 2012–May 2013

Writing Consultant, Writing Resource Center Oct 2010–Dec 2010

Education

Master of Science in Economics and Finance, In Progress (Completion Date: May 2018)

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL

Bachelor of Business Administration Major Accounting and Economics and Finance, May 2014

McKendree University, Lebanon, IL

GPA: 3.54 Dean’s List (4) School of Business Student Service Award Recipient

Member of the St. Louis Regional Business Council’s Mentor Network

Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges

2013 Outstanding Student Employee Award for the University

Professional Development

License:

Licensed Insurance Producer (Life and Health): State of Illinois (for renewal)

Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS)

Training:

Community Bankers for Compliance

Integrated Disclosures for Lenders and Processors

Residential Real-Estate Lending Institute

Loan Documentation for Support Staff

Consumer Lending Institute

Disney Youth Education Series: College Edition at Disney World

2013 and 2014 Summit on Leadership Development (SOLD)

Student Case Study Competition for Business Ethics: International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) Annual Conference (2)

Awards and Honors

2014 Leadership and Service Awards Banquet Committee Member

1st Ranking Worldwide in stock price for one week in the Global Business Simulation Strategy Game out of approximately 3,000 teams Spring 2014

1st Ranking Worldwide in return on equity for three consecutive weeks in return on equity

2nd Place in Case Study Competition for Business Ethics: IBECC, San Diego, CA May 2013

1st Place in Student Case Study Competition for Business Ethic: IACBE Annual Conference, Kansas City, MO Apr 2012

3rd Place ranking Illinois Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference Student Competition, Effingham, IL Apr 2012

Activities

Board of Directors, McKendree University Alumni Association

Co-Chair, Young Alumni Committee, McKendree University Alumni Association

Professional Development Committee, McKendree University Alumni Association

Member, McKendree University Advanced Leaders Program

Member, McKendree University Emerging Leaders Program

2014 Senior Class Gift Committee Member

New Student Orientation Leader and Peer Mentor, Fall 2013

Presentation

Vuichard, A. (2013a). Unhealthy Eating Habits and Restaurant Responsibility. International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) Annual Conference, Orlando, FL.

Vuichard, A. (2013b). Unhealthy Eating Habits and Restaurant Responsibility. International Business Ethics Case Competition, San Diego, CA.

Vuichard, A. (2012a). Accounting Principles and Macroeconomics. Phi Beta Lambda's State Leadership Conference, Effingham, IL.

Vuichard, A. (2012b). Forced Labor in the Fishing Industry. International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, Kansas City, MO.

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