Financial Analyst

Job Title: Financial Analyst Job Location: Alpine, CA, Worksite: 1010 Tavern Road, Alpine CA 91901 Job Duration: 12 Months ContractSchedule: Monday-Thursday and remote on FridaysJob Description: Financial Analysis Primary Purpose Analyzes and reconciles accounts. Prepares and annotates variance reports. Role requires a thorough knowledge of accounting and finance principles, excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present financial analysis to management. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel/Word software and have a working knowledge of popular financial management applications. SAP experience a plus.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures adherence to financial guidelines and standards.
• Reviews monthly report for complex order accounting per FERC guidelines to ensure O&M and capital costs are accurately allocated.
• Audits and approves vendor invoices for accuracy and SOX compliance.
• Prepares and processes journal entries in SAP.
• Corresponds with vendors to gather monthly accrual data, prepares proper accrual documentation, and submits to Accounts Payable.
• Audits data dashboard daily for order O&M costs that belong to capital per FERC guidelines.Top Skills: Invoice approvals, O&M cost review, accruals, journal entries, Accounting experience, Excel proficiency, Team playerEducation Requirement:

-Minimum HS Diploma- 4 year degree preferred, but can be substituted for equivalent work experience -Supplier to provide a laptop onlyQualifications:

Experience:

• Requires 2-5 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Required: Knowledge of accounting practices and compliance requirements.
• Required: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Required: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present financial analysis to management.
• Required: Strong team player.