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SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst I provides standard transactional support for a process within an accounting cycle, can communicate with concerned parties pertaining to transactions and provides support/input for analysis.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Accounting
Provides standard transactional support for a process within an Accounting cycle or client account / product line
Ability to complete and resolve assigned basic account reconciliations independently.
Identifies issues or discrepancies in basic transactional accounting.
Accounting Policy
Understand GAAP requirements relevant to the financial cycle or portfolio supported
Audit Support and Controls
Basic understanding of audit and internal control requirements
Maintains accurate and complete records for audits
Gathers audit support data upon request
Financial Systems
Entry level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software
Basic understanding of the interactions between financial systems related to the portfolio supported
Able to work with IT and operational teams on basic system setups
Planning/Forecasting
Simple data extracts to support the preparation of forecasts
Provides relevant trending analysis to support the preparation of forecasts
Analysis
Responds to internal requests for simple ad hoc analysis with guidance from senior team members
Reporting
Support preparation of internal reports
Provides support/input into basic business cases
Scope/Complexity
Single, high volume or multiple, low volume portfolios
With standard transactions
Interaction with Concerned parties
Some Concerned parties interaction with transactional level data
Generate routine transactional data to support operational decision making
Financial Management/Contract Interpretation
Awareness of financial obligations of portfolio
Supports delivery of contract/portfolio deliverables of a financial nature in a timely and efficient manner, in areas of less complexity
Process Adherence / Implementation
Understand basic business processes and ensures compliance and ensures appropriate documentation
Problem Solving
Identification of basic issues or discrepancies
Technical and Business Knowledge
Has demonstrated a curiosity for the industry and business which they support.
Has made initial connections with operational counterparts in support of transactional processes.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
College/University graduation or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CGA or equivalent courses)
Minimum of 1 to 3 years of related experience.
Ability to prepare month end journal entries to support proper transaction reporting
Basic understanding of the interactions between sub ledger and general ledger
Understanding of audit requirements
Ability to identify issues or discrepancies in basic transactional accounting
Ability to communicate processes and procedures within the team and to internal customers
Ability to prepare basic memos and provide basic variance explanations.
Entry level knowledge of current accounting systems and MS Office suite of software
Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation
Registered in an Accounting designation program (CGA, CMA)
At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!
BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.
