Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting Function)

FuseGlobal•Solon, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst (Accounting Function) supports the organization's general ledger accounting and financial reporting needs. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide accurate and timely financial information in compliance with company reporting policies and systems. The initial term is seven months, with the position expected to run longer. The schedule is in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with work from home on Monday and Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
Solid understanding of US GAAP.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Proficiency in SAP.
Experience with the Blackline reconciliation platform.
Experience in process mapping.
Experience with automation tools.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data and statements.
Well-organized, methodical thinker with strong decision-making abilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to influence across divisions and teams without authority to drive process improvements and automation.
Ability to solve complex problems and generate cross-functional solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

CPA.
Familiarity with IFRS.

Responsibilities

Gather and interpret financial information, forming it into meaningful and concise analyses while considering interdependent issues.
Analyze and interpret financial data to identify trends, variances, and potential issues.
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and relevant regulations.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the general ledger accounting function.
Maintain and update the general ledger by recording financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Prepare and post journal entries to ensure complete and accurate recording of financial transactions.
Reconcile general ledger accounts regularly and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
Support ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests.
Train and coach finance users in adopting and implementing analytical tools, and address system issues identified by business stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.