Accounting Financial Analyst

About the role

The Accounting Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting financial reporting, accounting analysis, financial systems, and data management activities that enable accurate financial reporting and informed business decision‑making. This role combines accounting, financial analysis, reporting, and systems expertise to analyze financial and operational data, support reporting processes, maintain internal controls, and identify opportunities for process improvements. The analyst partners with cross‑functional teams to deliver financial insights, support business initiatives, ensure data integrity, and drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support financial reporting, forecasting, business planning, and management decision‑making.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close and reporting processes, including financial analysis, account reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and reporting packages.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reports, dashboards, data sets, and automated reporting processes to improve reporting efficiency and data accessibility.
• Analyze financial results, variances, trends, and key performance indicators; provide insights, recommendations, and explanations to business partners and leadership.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to support reporting requirements, resolve data and reporting issues, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Support the design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of financial systems, reporting tools, internal controls, and business process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards while supporting internal and external audit activities.
• Lead or participate in special projects, system enhancements, process improvement initiatives, and ad‑hoc analyses as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (required).
• 2‑5 years of experience in accounting, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, inventory control, or related experience (preferred).
• CPA certification or candidacy is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, accounting principles, financial reporting, and business processes.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Ability to analyze large and complex data sets and translate findings into meaningful business insights.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience working with financial statements, accounting data, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis (preferred).
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, financial reporting tools, and accounting software (preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting and analytical tools (required).
• Continuous learning mindset with an interest in process improvement, automation, and technology solutions.

Pay

Minimum Salary: $67,700.00; Maximum Salary: $88,830.00. Compensation is determined by factors such as specific skills and experience, geographic region, and other relevant considerations.