Senior Financial Analyst | Outsourced Accounting Services

CBIZ, Inc.•San Diego, CA

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

Essential Functions and Primary Duties Oversee the month-end and year-end closing process, including preparation of audit schedules, financial statements and notes to the financial statements Keep engagement partner informed and updated on engagement progress, engagement issues, and team status and needs Knowledgeable on complex accounting issues and treatment, proficient in accounting research Responsible for preparing monthly financial statements, including statement of financial position, statement of activities, statement of functional expenses, and analysis on changes in financial position and budget variances Review reconciliations for significant balance sheet accounts and various other general ledger accounts, as needed; and review month-end closing entries including payroll, fringe, indirect allocations, investment allocations, and grant allocations Maintain deep understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client Proficient knowledge of the clients accounting software packages Responsible for recommending and enforcing the internal controls, policies, and procedures, established by the client Lead the engagement team in preparation for clients audits as the main contact with external auditors Manage the preparation of our clients 990 and tax forms and year end preparation of their 1099s Recommend, design, and implement any necessary policy controls and procedures. Other duties may include, but are not limited to: budget preparation, review, modification, Grant reporting to private/federal funders, Drafting of Policies and Procedures, review and payment of client payables in third party software, client billing, drafting of engagement letters Train, coach and mentor staff accountants Review and supervise Senior and Staff Accountants monthly work, including journal entry and monthly reconciliation review, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in month end completion Assist in growth, development and training of staff

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field
3 years of relevant work experience
Achieve professional certifications relative to area of expertise, must have and preserve required licenses
Must possess analytical skills
Proficient use of applicable technology
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

Nice To Haves

1 year supervisory experience preferred
Professional credentials such as CFA, MBA, CMA, CGMA, CA, or CPA are highly desirable
5+ years of accounting experience in Public Accounting
Proficient with various accounting software programs, including but not limited to QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, Solomon and Great Plains
Proficient with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms
Hands-on experience with Alteryx for data preparation and automation
Skilled in Excel Power Query and Power Pivot for advanced data modeling and analysis
Proficient in SQL, with the ability to write and optimize queries across multiple tables
Broad exposure to various systems, including ERP platforms, Microsoft Access, SQL databases, business intelligence tools, and CRM systems
Ability to conduct analytical reviews and exhibit an understanding of complex accounting theory
A deep understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Ability to keep up to date with industry trends and technology developments

Responsibilities

Oversee the month-end and year-end closing process, including preparation of audit schedules, financial statements and notes to the financial statements
Keep engagement partner informed and updated on engagement progress, engagement issues, and team status and needs
Knowledgeable on complex accounting issues and treatment, proficient in accounting research
Responsible for preparing monthly financial statements, including statement of financial position, statement of activities, statement of functional expenses, and analysis on changes in financial position and budget variances
Review reconciliations for significant balance sheet accounts and various other general ledger accounts, as needed; and review month-end closing entries including payroll, fringe, indirect allocations, investment allocations, and grant allocations
Maintain deep understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client
Proficient knowledge of the clients accounting software packages
Responsible for recommending and enforcing the internal controls, policies, and procedures, established by the client
Lead the engagement team in preparation for clients audits as the main contact with external auditors
Manage the preparation of our clients 990 and tax forms and year end preparation of their 1099s
Recommend, design, and implement any necessary policy controls and procedures.
Other duties may include, but are not limited to: budget preparation, review, modification, Grant reporting to private/federal funders, Drafting of Policies and Procedures, review and payment of client payables in third party software, client billing, drafting of engagement letters
Train, coach and mentor staff accountants
Review and supervise Senior and Staff Accountants monthly work, including journal entry and monthly reconciliation review, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in month end completion
Assist in growth, development and training of staff