Financial Analyst

Paradigm Information Services, Inc.•Portland, OR

1d•$25 - $31•Remote

About The Position

Paradigm is searching for a Remediation Financial Analyst to support our client, a global leader in the legal industry. The Remediation Financial Analyst will support project finances, invoicing, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, and billing-related activities. This role requires a finance or accounting background, strong Microsoft Excel skills, analytical problem-solving ability, and strong attention to detail.

Requirements

2+ years of work experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a fast-paced professional environment
Associate degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent education/experience required
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced formulas and complex reporting
Experience with financial modeling highly desired
Ability to translate business and operational activity into financial data
Experience with A/P, A/R, G/L accounting, and reporting
Working knowledge of SAP or similar accounting software preferred
General knowledge of financial analysis principles
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to gather, review, and process financial information in a fast-paced environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills across business teams
Proactive, motivated self-starter with the ability to take ownership of assigned tasks
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities based on business needs
Calm demeanor and ability to work under pressure
Pacific time zone location preferred
Must be located in an approved remote work location

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred

Responsibilities

Process customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner
Partner with Project Managers, Operations Managers, and Finance/Accounting teams to improve invoice accuracy and timeliness
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures related to key responsibilities
Pull data and reports from business systems to analyze project activity, cost drivers, and financial trends
Support creation and maintenance of project financial forecast models, including weekly and monthly updates
Monitor project changes that may impact forecast models and support cost impact analysis
Meet with operations personnel to translate project activity into cost drivers
Identify ways to improve forecasting models and processes
Improve internal reporting and databases to increase accuracy and consistency of invoice data
Coordinate billing review initiatives, including identifying billing issues, unbilled items, and time allocation concerns
Support operating revenue and EBITDA goals
Maintain activity mapping and related financial data within accounting systems