Full Time
Senior Financial Analyst: Saint Joseph Academy
Saint Joseph Academy
Saint Joseph Academy is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Financial Analyst to join our finance team. This is a full time, 12-month role. The role is responsible for driving financial planning, forecasting and analysis while also owning key month-end account close activities. This position will ensure the accuracy of our financial data, prepare journal entries and reconcile complex accounts.
Essential Skills ● Proven financial management and analytical skills ● Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and meet multiple project deadlines. ● Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills ● Exhibits professionalism in dealing with various constituencies – employees, students, parents and others. ● Commitment to the Catholic education of young women in the tradition of the Congregation of St. Joseph.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities ● Time split between Accounting & Close Operations and Financial Analysis/FP&A ● Journal Entries & Accruals – Prepare monthly journal entries, prepayment and accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting in alignment with month end close. ● Account Reconciliation: Perform balance sheet reconciliations to ensure integrity of financial data, including bank accounts, inter-fund transactions and fixed assets ● General Ledger Accuracy – Review general ledger transactions for accuracy ● Audit Support – Assist in preparing annual audit workpapers ● Variance Analysis – Conduct analysis of actual vs. budget/prior year results ● Forecasting & Budgeting – Assist to develop, maintain and enhance financial models and annual budgets ● Reporting – Assist in preparing clear financial reports, management reports and KPI trackers ● Process Improvement – Streamline accounting and reporting processes through automation and system enhancement
Requirements ● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics ● 3-5+ years of combined experience in financial analyst and accounting/auditing ● Proficient in MS Office – Word, Excel, etc. ● Experience with ERP systems (Blackbaud/Financial Edge preferred) ● Preferred qualifications: CPA, CMA or MBA