[Remote] Financial Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Paradigm Information Services, Inc. is a staffing solutions firm dedicated to finding the perfect job for candidates. They are seeking a Remediation Financial Analyst to support project finances, invoicing, forecasting, financial analysis, reporting, and billing-related activities for a global leader in the legal industry.

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

Skills

• 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
• Ability to translate business and operational activity into financial data
• Experience with A/P, A/R, G/L accounting, and reporting
• 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
• Must be located in an approved remote work location
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• Experience with financial modeling highly desired
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar accounting software preferred
• Pacific time zone location preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401K
• PTO
• Sick days

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