The Financial Analyst is responsible for all accounting relating to project cost and project revenue control. This is accomplished by monitoring and maintaining project cost, billing, and revenue information in the financial database, Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 (DAX). The Financial Analyst works closely with Area, Regional, and Project Managers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Issue new project numbers.
- Approve or reject Project Setup Notices and Budget Revisions based on their compliance with the client, contract, and policies regarding contracts and revenue recognition.
- Process approved Project Setup Notices and Budget Revisions.
- Advise Project Managers on how to set up projects, track costs, and analyze projects.
- Ensure that internal controls are being met in regards to contracts & signing procedures.
- Transfer time and expenses as requested by Management in DAX.
- Run DAX processes on an as needed basis to recalculate project costs, revenue and billings; a clear understanding how these processes move and impact data from DAX Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Project Accounting, and General Ledger.
- Prepare financial statements, including FLASH Blues, Grays, and Greens while understanding the impact of project changes to Profit & Loss Statement.
- Routinely conduct comprehensive reviews of all assigned projects using DAX & DAX Reports.
- Additional project analysis and special assignments as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No formal supervisory responsibilities in this position. Provides informal assistance such as technical guidance, and/or training to co-workers. May coordinate and assign tasks to co-workers within a work unit and/or project.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university in a business related field. Degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred. Some prior related work experience preferred but not required.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Advanced Excel spreadsheet development and modeling skills.
- 2+ years related experience.
- Developed analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
- Good organization skills that promote prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
- Great problem-solving skills.
- Experience in managing and reconciling large amounts of financial and statistical data.
- Experience in accounting for professional services at a project level, including both customer billing and project budgeting.
- Experience in process improvement.
- Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 experience is a plus.
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