Construction Business Analyst II

Job TitleSME for Department Systems and System Integration and Implementation ProjectsLocation: Los Angeles Community College District PMOBenefits: 401(k) matching, dental insurance, employee discounts, flexible schedule, health insurance, paid time off, training & development, vision insurancePosition DescriptionReconcile financial accounts and reports. Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies and resolve expeditiously to maintain controls.Prepare and/or review assigned financial statements, reports and analysis and address/resolve issues.Interface with District, internal and external auditors to respond to requests for information as assigned.Identify errors and develop innovative approaches to ensure accuracy and timeliness of department deliverables.Coordinate assigned month-end and year-end activities with stakeholders and campuses, including the accrual process.Responsible for the journal entry process, debit/credit memos, etc. ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Includes the preparation and routing of such for approval as well as the maintenance and reconciliation of logs.Approve/release invoices per accounting procedures and as assigned by Finance Manager.Prepare and/or review, as assigned, vendor files or other supporting documentation for vendor payments.Communicate with applicable construction and professional services vendors as needed.Assist in processing of general contractor's payment analysis.Work directly and effectively with the accounting team and other department personnel on bond related matters.Evaluate and ensure bond compliance in regard to financial accounting, reporting and invoice payments.Complete any bond related assignments as assigned by manager.Minimum Required Qualifications5-10 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related fields.Bachelor's degree in business or related degree.Experience in working with business enterprise or accounting systems.Experience performing historical trends and analyze results.Experience creating monthly financial reports and analyzing results.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to communicate and present effectively with all levels of an organization.Intermediate proficiency in Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.Ability to lead projects to successful conclusion.Preferred QualificationsBond program experienceConstruction program experienceCostpoint and/or Proliance experienceCompensation: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year