Financial Analyst

DESCRIPTION

The Financial Analyst provides expertise in all areas of financial strategic planning, budgets, forecasts, P&L reviews, and special assignments for the National Corvette Museum (NCM) and affiliated companies. This position works closely with the Accounting Manager and Director of Accounting, to ensure compliance with financial policies and internal controls, maintenance of financial records, and preparation of financial reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the period close process for multiple ledgers and companies under tight deadlines and ensure timely completion of month-end financials.
• Help maintain an accurate general ledger (GL) for multiple businesses.
• Complete the timely and accurate completion of month-end, year-end, and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis.
• Responsible for analytical reviews of the P&L each month, quarter, and year-end for the NCM departments and affiliated companies.
• Perform variance analysis for all P&L accounts compared to the budget and the forecast.
• Assist in the annual budgeting process and provide hands-on support during this process.
• Assist in the forecasting process and provide hands-on support during this process.
• Provide financial analysis and forecasting process to provide the leadership team and site management with proactive information, guidance, and tools.
• Reconcile monthly P&L activities to third-party systems.
• Audit internal processes such as store inventory, cash drawers, deposits, etc.
• Active participant in identifying and assessing opportunities for continuous improvement in accounting processes and systems.
• Help establish, document, and maintain internal financial control procedures, ensuring proper segregation of duties.
• Establish processes satisfactory to internal and external regulatory requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required by the Director of Accounting and/or Accounting Manager.
• Perform and interpret data analytics to assist in business decisions.
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality.
• Maintain a positive attitude with all co-workers, management, board members, and donors.
• Responsibilities are not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of financial accounting procedures and systems acquired through a minimum 2+ years of experience in public or private accounting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency with Microsoft® Office Suite applications with advanced Excel skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• An extremely organized, disciplined, self-directed, hands-on, and process-oriented individual who is not afraid of digging into details when necessary.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong work ethic and unquestioned personal and professional integrity.
• High level of commitment to team and company values.
• Attention to detail, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Willing to travel (less than 10%) as needed.
• A valid state driver’s license is required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit at a desk for one or more hours at a time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to operate computers and other office equipment.
• Must have sufficient mobility to move around the office and Museum.