Job Summary
The Finance Specialist supports day-to-day financial operations, ensures accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, assists with month-end and year-end close, and prepares financial reports and analyses. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and review accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, invoices, expense reports, and payment requests.
- Perform bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger account analyses.
- Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, variance analyses, and supporting schedules.
- Maintain accurate and complete financial records in compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by collecting data and preparing analyses.
- Monitor cash flow, aging reports, and key financial metrics; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with internal and external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve financial issues and provide financial guidance.
- Perform other finance-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is preferred.
- 2–4 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and advanced formulas.
- Experience with ERP or financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, reconciliations, AP/AR, and financial analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- CPA, CMA, or progress toward a professional certification is a plus.
