Senior Financial Analyst, General Accounting

Description of responsibilities

• Aids the Vice President of Finance, General Accounting in daily financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, and P-Card activity.
• Performs financial analysis, reporting, audit preparation, and budgeting process.
• Oversees and reviews all aspects of bi-weekly payroll processing, including time entry approvals, leave tracking (PTO, sick, FMLA), and payroll funding.
• Reviews and approves payroll reports, payouts, and staff work products to ensure accuracy.
• Manages and reviews accounts payable processes, including invoice approvals, P-Card transaction verification, and general ledger coding.
• Ensures proper cost allocation and budget alignment for expenditures.
• Reviews and approves journal entries, including payroll, cash transfers, inventory, and other general accounting transactions.
• Performs monthly balance sheet reconciliations and supports ad hoc journal entries.
• Maintains oversight of month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Conducts income statement variance analysis and ensures accurate monthly financial reporting.
• Analyzes operational expenses and performs budget analytics.
• Prepares and compiles audit workpapers and assists with annual audit processes.

Required experience

• Seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting and payroll management, preferably in a government setting.
• Experience with payroll processing, accounts payable, and general accounting functions.
• Experience in financial reporting, budget analysis, and audit preparation.
• Experience working with ERP systems and payroll software.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong understanding of auditing principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze unexpected results when working on financial reports.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

Basic education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

How to apply

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