Financial Analyst

The GEO Group•Boulder, CO

142d•Onsite

About The Position

BI is one of the leading technology companies in Boulder, Colorado and the largest provider of innovative electronic monitoring solutions in the United States. We excel at proving technological solutions to over 1,000 agencies nationwide and allowing those agencies to fulfill their missions without worrying about the technical complexities. The Financial Data Analyst I supports the Finance Department by managing purchase requisitions, processing telecom invoices, and preparing regular month end dashboards and key performance indicator (KPI) reports as well as assisting in the budgeting and forecasting process. The Financial Data Analyst facilitates purchase requisitions for various departments and analyzes and tracks against budget. Coordinates with operational managers and review accuracy of telecom invoices and ensure invoices are paid and coded correctly. Contributes to the monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis, specifically monitoring expenditures against established guidance. Document identified discrepancies and recommend actionable solutions. The Financial Data Analyst develops and maintains month-end dashboards and KPI reports that summarize key financial information and performance indicators. Assist with budgeting and forecasting process, including improving forecast methodologies and performing data entry in budgeting software. Performs other ad hoc duties, reporting, analysis as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent experience required.
At least one (1) year of experience in an accounting or finance-related position.
High knowledge of MS Excel software, including Lookups and Pivot Tables.
Analytical ability.
Attention to detail
Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels.
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize appropriately and meet deadlines.
Sense of urgency with the ability to respond quickly to internal and external customer requests.
Knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Facilitates purchase requisitions for various departments and analyzes and tracks against budget.
Coordinates with operational managers and review accuracy of telecom invoices and ensure invoices are paid and coded correctly.
Contributes to the monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis, specifically monitoring expenditures against established guidance. Document identified discrepancies and recommend actionable solutions.
Develops and maintains month-end dashboards and KPI reports that summarize key financial information and performance indicators.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting process, including improving forecast methodologies and performing data entry in budgeting software.
Performs other ad hoc duties, reporting, analysis as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.