Financial Analyst Job in Oakland, California US
Financial Analyst
Prepares more complex financial trend and data analysis reports. May be accountable for the coordination, compilation and distribution of financial data by junior staff. Performs financial analysis upon identification of variances and prepares summary of key findings. Responsible for more complex departments/functions. Participates in the planning and development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. May be responsible for budget system completion. Participates in projects of moderate complexity as assigned and may lead projects of low complexity. Essential Functions - Collects data, researches, and prepares analysis for regional, departmental or functional budget performance and projects. - May monitor department budgets by reviewing data in the financial system and communicating with the managers/chiefs. - Investigates and corrects errors. - Prepares advanced financial trend and data analysis reports. - May be accountable for the coordination, compilation and distribution of financial data by junior staff. - Participates in the development of regional, departmental and/or functional budgets. - May be responsible for entry in budget system with accuracy. - Performs ad-hoc projects/studies of moderate scope utilizing knowledge of finance theories such as present value and cash flow analysis. - Conducts ongoing user education and provides management consultation on the use reports, methodologies and source data and systems. - Communicates and supports analytical findings. - Identifies and recommends process improvements. Secondary Functions: - Preparing Journal Entries - Reconciling Balance Sheet accounts. - Ad hoc reporting and analysis Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 2+ years of related experience in financial analysis and budgeting. - Database management preferred. - Bachelor's degree or equivalent. CPA or Masters degree preferred. - Able to formulate study designs and conduct analyses. - Required proficiency in PC based word processing and spreadsheet applications, including advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, and macros. - Strong oral and written communication skills. - Demonstrated problem solving and organization skills. - Works under general guidance; accountable to complete work assignments. - May provide functional direction to Finance Assistant staff or junior level analyst staff. Preferred Qualifications: -Working knowledge of accounting transaction flows, including system interfaces, account reconciliations, and internal controls - Intermediate to advanced user of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. - Experience with Microsoft Access, Crystal and/or COGNOS report writing skills - Experience with PeopleSoft/Oracle General Ledger and Payroll Systems - Able to work well in a changing environment - Good documentation skills, organized, able to multi-task and meet deadlines Skills Testing: Excel