The Transaction Analyst is in charge of making sure that financial transactions are accurate, compliant, and efficient by processing, analyzing, and reconciling them. This job helps the business run smoothly by reviewing transactions in detail, finding problems, and working with both internal and external stakeholders to fix them. The best candidate has great analytical skills, pays attention to detail, and is very professional.
Key Responsibilities :
Review, process, and reconcile a lot of financial transactions quickly and correctly.
Look at transaction data to find mistakes, inconsistencies, or fraud.
Make and keep transaction reports for management and auditing purposes.
Work with other departments in the company, like accounting, compliance, and operations, to fix problems with transactions.
Make sure that all transactions are properly recorded to help with the month-end and year-end closing processes.
Help with the implementation of process improvements and automation projects.
Make sure that company rules, industry rules, and internal controls are followed.
Answer questions from clients, vendors, or business partners about the status of a transaction and the paperwork that goes with it.
As needed, work on special projects and analyses that come up.
Requirements :
A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, or a related field.
2 years of experience in accounting, transaction processing, financial analysis, or a related field.
Good at figuring things out and solving problems.
Very good at paying attention to details and organizing things.
Being able to use Microsoft Excel and financial software and systems like SAP, Oracle, and QuickBooks.
It helps to know about GAAP and financial rules.
Good at talking and writing clearly and effectively.
Able to work alone and with others in a team setting.
Pay : $55,000 to $75,000 per year, depending on experience and education.
Benefits :
Full coverage for medical, dental, and vision care
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays that are generous
Work arrangements that are flexible and / or hybrid
EAP, or employee assistance program
Wellness programs
Insurance for life and disability
Commuter and transit benefits, if they apply
Analyst • Chicago, Illinois, United States