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Since 2002, we have expanded to more than 40 locations, and we have no plans of slowing down anytime soon. We are seeking big thinkers to lead us into the future and explore the career of a lifetime.
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Description:
The Senior Financial Analyst will coordinate and participate in the design, testing, implementation, and review of complex manual and automated financial and accounting systems and processes.
Essential Job Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviews complex financial accounting work processes, systems, and procedures for efficient workflow and conformity with accounting principles.
- Reviews the internal controls and security of all automated accounting applications to ensure conformity with auditing standards.
- Gathers and compiles information on processes, organizational structure, computer technology, policies, and procedures.
- Analyzes and reviews proposals for any system related to financial accounting methods, policies, and procedures; recommends improvements.
- Analyzes system design alternatives and identifies potential improvements to existing systems and processes.
- Collaborates with appropriate staff to gather input and feedback concerning system needs.
- Resolves issues and problems related to system platforms.
- Maintains or assists with maintenance of accounting information systems.
- Manages and/or facilitates the procurement, development, and implementation of qualified systems.
- Prepares and delivers comprehensive evaluations, proposals, and recommendations to executive leadership, committees, and other stakeholders.
- Prepares or oversees preparation of specifications and technical documentation such as user manuals for new and revised computerized accounting systems.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Desired Competencies:
- Ensures accountability • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Decision quality • Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
- Plans and aligns • Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Collaborates • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Drives engagement • Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
- Balances stakeholders • Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiples stakeholders.
- Communicates effectively • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Organizational savvy • Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
- Optimizes work processes • Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance required
- 5 years experience in similar role
Location: In office.
Hybrid/Remote option may be considered with Management approval.
Travel Requirements:
Less than 25%
Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
Frequent: Sitting, walking, eye/hand/foot coordination and repetitive motion
Occasional: Standing and bending
Infrequent: Lifting up to 10 pounds
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