Financial Analyst

Entrust•Shakopee, MN

31d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Analyst position is a member of the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team. You will be responsible for financial reporting, forecasting, planning and analysis related to the R&D and Sales organizations. A critical component of this position is to transform financial data into information of value to the Company’s financial and decision-making processes. This position will be a business partner with our Chief Technology & Product Officer, and Chief Sales Officer and their Leadership teams.

Requirements

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 3 years of Accounting or Finance Experience
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel & PowerPoint) and ERP experience (preferably Oracle)
Hands-on working knowledge of budgeting and forecasting processes
Must be able to lawfully work within the US and have unrestricted work authorization for the US

Nice To Haves

SAP Business Objects experience
Planful Analytics System experience
Solid accounting/GAAP knowledge; emphasis on project accounting & revenue recognition rules
Excellent Communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Strong initiative and follow-through with ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to complete projects timely and accurately
Must be detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Provide business leaders with analytics; key drivers and recommendations on improving financial performance and as an early warning of impending problems
Ad hoc financial modeling and analysis to support revenue and cost scenarios
Provide insight on business operations by developing monthly forecast, annual budgets and long range plans
Evaluate monthly, quarterly and annual comparative operating results and forecasts and prepare comprehensive reporting package and presentations to be provided to business leaders
Support the preparation of departmental budgets, provide feedback to department leaders on variances and recommend actions to control spend within budget
Complete month and year-end closing activities including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and audit schedules
Plan, lead and organize projects within the finance group and across the organization
Research and respond to internal and external questions providing appropriate resolution in a timely, accurate and professional manner