What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Accounting Analyst position at Robert Half?
Under general supervision, is responsible for functions of the accounting process. Using established procedures, analyzes departmental fiscal data.
Provides timely, relevant and accurate reporting and analysis of the results of the Agencies performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted and strategic planning results to aid Management in decision-making toward the achievement of the budget and strategic goals.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
• Analyze P&L data to ensure proper accounting procedures and accuracy
• Prepare journal entries, financial reports, charts, and tables
• Investigate and report to the Manager any inconsistencies related to duties handled by the Shared Service Center
• Review and update financial data reported to Home Office
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Responsible for day-to-day general ledger accounting and reconciliation, financial reporting and analysis for assigned functional areas. May include corporate accounts payable and corporate taxes.
• Assist with report preparation for yearly external audit and budget
• Responsible for performing special projects to improve process efficiency and performance projects as assigned by Management. Troubleshoot non-value added processes within the department and seeks solutions.
• Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Good level of analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Attention to details and ability to create and generate reports.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exuberant analytical and problem solving skills
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Team player.
Education and Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3 years general work experience.
• Solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Strong working knowledge of MS Excel
