Financial Analyst

Job Title:

Financial Analyst

Location:

Durham, NC

Payrate:

$44/hour/W2

Shift/Schedule

: Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Duration:

13 Weeks (+extension) Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA certification is preferred but not required. Experience 4 5 years of experience in Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, or a related finance field. Experience with budget management, expense reconciliation, and financial reporting. Strong understanding of financial statements, cost analysis, and budget variance analysis. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and advanced formulas. Experience working with multiple cost centers and financial data management. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with less than 10 years of experience are preferred. Key Responsibilities Assist with the financial integration of approximately 450 cost centers and 200+ programs across 18 departments. Prepare, monitor, and analyze operational and capital budgets. Review and reconcile financial transactions, expenses, and budget variances. Prepare financial statements, statistical reports, cost analyses, and other financial reports. Monitor budget expenditures and provide recommendations on financial trends and variances. Coordinate the preparation and distribution of financial reports for senior management. Collaborate with financial managers, department leaders, and administrative staff to resolve financial issues. Support cost allocation processes and financial planning initiatives. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity. Utilize advanced Excel functions to analyze and present financial data. Assist with ad hoc financial analyses, reporting, and special finance projects. Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies and procedures. Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.