Financial Analyst II

Title : Financial Analyst II

Location : West Palm Beach, FL

Type : Contract-to-hire

Our Client is looking for a Financial Analyst II who will prepare monthly network payments and accruals. Responsibilities also include reconciling payments and accruals while also providing financial analysis, reporting, and general support for the Accounting Department.

Will have an innate skillset of managing time and workload independently.

Key Accountabilities :

Track and analyze key financial metrics and operational procedures to foster process improvements. Drive operational efficiencies and cost savings.

Analyze, review, and modify large data sets using various database and querying solutions in order to be able to calculate payments and accruals, provide analytics and reporting for transactional products.

Participate in the development and utilization of financial models and analysis. Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts as directed.

Evaluate financial risks and opportunities by creating and reviewing operational and financial metrics.

Assist with the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual financial reports.

Research variance to budget and forecast through detailed operational and financial metrics and explains results.

Prepare and review journal entries during month and year-end processes.

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights, weekends and variable schedules as necessary.

Prepare and distribute financial reports and analysis to support the monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close processes to ensure that financial statements are accurate and complete in all aspects.

Prepare and analyze monthly invoices and accruals to ensure accuracy to financial statements and subscriber reporting, which includes the research, resolution and communication of any potential issues or misstatements.

Assist in process improvement and standardization projects by identifying risk areas and recommendation for improvements.

Review audits presented by the networks, and develop a process to streamline the efforts in the research, analysis, and tracking in this area.

Perform various ad hoc projects including researching, analyzing and summarizing data / analysis requests as assigned.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance, MIS

Generally, requires 3-5 years related experience

Experience in industry and / or public accounting or similar work environment.

Strong analytical skills

Ability to manage a large number of transactions

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Strong knowledge of Essbase and experience with Oracle

Strong knowledge of database tools (Teradata, SQL, Microsoft Visual Studio)

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook)

Experience with Excel and Pivot Table

Experience with Salesforce and / or Tableau is preferred

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