Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analyst

The Senior Financial Analyst independently executes book close assignments in a deadline-focused environment, collaborating with a cross-functional team to resolve issues as they arise. The role requires a strong understanding of financial principles, data analysis skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to management at the appropriate level of detail and clarity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual book close cycles through effective planning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and / or input general ledger entries by utilizing set procedures and various accounting systems.
• Perform account reconciliation and research / resolve unreconciling items and discrepancies; take corrective measures to prevent them.
• Responsible for performing variance analysis, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive financial best practices.
• Serves as a subject matter expert to team members and internal stakeholders on complex analysis of financial information.
• Leads efforts to continuously improve processes for an efficient and effective financial analysis.
• Be assigned to work on the most complex issues / assignments and work independently without much guidance from management.
• Establish and document internal control procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Support external and internal audits.
• Opportunity to mentor and work with the offshore EXL staff, including efficient onboarding, training, reviewing work, and providing constructive criticism and guidance.

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