Accounting Analyst

Robert Half
Sacramento, CA

About the Role

Reporting to the Controller, the Financial Analyst will support a broad range of accounting and finance functions within a mission-driven organization. This role will focus on budgeting, forecasting, and delivering strategic insights through financial reporting and analytics, while also assisting with month-end close, funding tracking, and investment-related activities.

Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Extract, organize, and analyze financial and operational data from the general ledger and internal systems
  • Identify trends and provide actionable insights through reports, dashboards, and visualizations for leadership

Financial Modeling & Forecasting

  • Develop recurring and ad hoc financial models and reports
  • Forecast future performance and provide data-driven recommendations to support decision-making

Accounting & Close Support

  • Provide backup support for core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
  • Maintain integrity of general ledger activity, ensuring accurate coding and classification
  • Support multi-department or cost center accounting, including allocations
  • Assist with monthly close activities such as journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure strong internal controls

Audit & Compliance

  • Contribute to year-end close, audit preparation, tax filings, and required regulatory reporting
  • Support financial documentation and compliance-related projects

Budgeting & Funding Support

  • Partner cross-functionally to develop and monitor budgets
  • Track expenditures and prepare financial reports related to funding sources and program activity

Qualifications

  • Education details not specified

Required Skills

  • Strong ability to analyze complex financial data, reports, budgeting processes, and key business drivers
  • Effective communication skills with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

Preferred Skills

  • Ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization
  • Proactive in identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings or operational improvements
  • Strong attention to confidentiality and handling of sensitive information
  • Reliable attendance and consistent follow-through

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