Accounting and Financial Analyst

• Prepare monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, accruals, fixed assets, and other assigned accounts.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries related to account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Perform monthly variance analysis of income statement and balance sheet accounts, identify trends, and provide recommendations to management.
• Take ownership of month-end reporting, including preparation, analysis, and presentation of financial results.
• Analyze department expenses and budgets and present key findings and variances to department leaders.
• Assist the Controller and CFO with monthly financial statements, bank reporting, and month-over-month and year-over-year variance explanations.
• Support year-end audit activities, including preparing schedules, gathering AP and AR third-party documentation, and completing requested financial analysis.
• Serve as a business partner to other departments, providing financial guidance and helping leaders make informed business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and financial processes through automation, technology, and enhanced reporting.
• Explore and evaluate AI tools and emerging technologies that can improve efficiency, accuracy, and productivity across accounting and financial processes.
• Assist in implementing AI-driven solutions for areas such as account reconciliations, deposit postings, financial analysis, reporting, and other accounting workflows.
• Partner with accounting and management teams to evaluate new ERP capabilities and identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Maintain appropriate controls and ensure financial information is accurate, reliable, and compliant with GAAP.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant accounting and/or financial analysis experience.

• MBA
• CPA
• Experience working with ERP implementations or enhancements.
• Experience using technology or automation to improve accounting processes.
• Interest in emerging AI tools and their practical application within accounting and finance.

• Thorough understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
• Strong accounting and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, SUMIFS, and PivotTables.
• Strong ERP and accounting systems knowledge.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and provide meaningful recommendations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information clearly to both accounting and non-financial leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Curious and forward-thinking approach to technology, process improvement, and AI.

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