FINANCIAL ANALYST I

About the role

This role assists in the analysis and reporting of financial transactions and statistics for Knife River Corporation and its subsidiaries while providing accounting and analytical support to ensure accurate verification, control, and processing of activities supporting operations and corporate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the analysis and reporting of financial transactions and statistics for Knife River Corporation and its subsidiaries.
• Aids in the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports for management.
• Assists in research, analysis and evaluation of existing and/or proposed accounting principles, procedures and disclosures and the implementation of procedures to assure proper financial reporting and compliance.
• Maintains a current working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, internal control procedures and financial statement preparation methods.
• Provides research and accounting assistance to accounting personnel of Knife River Corporation subsidiaries.
• Aids in the monthly analysis and accurate reporting of revenues and expenses, accounts receivable aging, accounts payable and vendor invoices and other related financial reports, both routine and ad-hoc.
• Performs other accounting duties as assigned, such as preparation of data request responses, various management analyses and external auditor work paper schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, flexible and willing to learn and/or assist in implementing new ideas and processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial statement preparation methods and requirements.
• Proficient in personal computer applications with emphasis in spreadsheet and/or accounting software.
• Effective human relations skills in dealing with associates, other departments, operating unit personnel, external auditors and third-party vendors or consultants.
• Able to maintain the confidentiality of corporate financial data.
• Familiar with Company policy and procedures.
• Able to maintain valid driver’s license as travel may be required.

Preferred Requirements

• CPA or professional certification preferred.
• JDE Edwards and experience in construction and inventory accounting.