Financial Analyst Jobs

Role: Financial Analyst

Duration: 8 Months Contract

Location: Emeryville, CA (Onsite)

Description:

• Research and resolve any discrepancies between PO and invoice, involving key stakeholders as necessary.
• Support AP Manager with complex transactions or projects.
• Support line-item forecasting for financial statements, build and manage complex financial models.
• Field and investigate vendor inquiries regarding discrepancies, payments, and outstanding invoices.
• Process and review expense reports ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Support month-end close by analyzing variances to plan and reporting findings to manager and budget owners.
• Responsible for scanning invoices through paperless invoice management system (Tungsten),and monitor unapproved invoices.
• Responsible for accounts payable tasks with highest degree of difficulty.
• Responsibilities will vary based on needs of the team and organization.
• Support AP Analysts with problem solving and support on complex AP transactions.
• Works closely with all members of the AP Team as well as cross functionally with members of the various functions.
• Support the ongoing buildout of financial reporting tools and systems.
• Support month end procedures as needed and assigned by Manager.
• Act as a Finance Business Partner to cross functional partners; provide assistance, guidance and education as needed.
• Process purchase order 2- and 3- way match invoices, overseeing accuracy and control.
• Work with cross functional budget owners and the finance/accounting teams to drive efficiencies in reporting and analysis.
• Manage, consolidate, and report on the company-wide budgeting process.
• Partner with Accounting Team to maintain and apply the chart of accounts Maintain daily cash reporting and forecasting Additional reporting and analysis as required.
• Process invoices with a high degree of accuracy in a timely manner.

Position-Specific Skills

• Organizational skills and the ability to complete assignments accurately in a timely manner with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• BA or BS degree in accounting, business, or related field
• 5 years of accounts payable or relevant experience
• Experience with ERP, Windows, Excel, Outlook Approachable with a willingness to assist employees, vendors, and suppliers.
• Analytical skills with the ability to translate findings into actionable solutions and recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Must-have Requirements:

• Strong communication skills to guide and support cross-functional partners of all levels.
• Possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to problem solve.
• Excel proficiency required, intermediate skills in Word & PowerPoint also preferred.
• Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage an array of financial reporting and analysis responsibilities.