Financial Analyst

*** US Citizens or Green Card Holder Only. No C2C or 3rd Parties *** Summary The Ash Group is hiring a Financial Analyst (24541) for our client, a major electricity and natural gas utility provider. This is a 24-month contract position working in St. Paul, MN (Hybrid). We are offering a pay rate up to $34 per hour W2 based on skill set. Compensation: $34/hr W2 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting. Duration: 24-months Location: St. Paul, MN (Hybrid) Financial Analyst responsible for managing vendor invoice processes, purchase orders, and accruals to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance. Works closely with accounting, procurement, and operations teams to reconcile capital and O&M expenditures and improve financial workflows. Supports a hybrid schedule with onsite training followed by remote flexibility. Key Responsibilities Manage purchase orders: creation, validation, modifications, and cancellations. Reconcile invoices against approved purchase orders and contracts. Track and report capital and O&M spending. Resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders. Monitor PO funding levels and identify gaps or overspending risks. Manage accrual processes to ensure accurate financial reporting. Process and track invoices using Vendor Invoice Management tools. Perform service entry activities and support invoice approvals within enterprise systems. Develop and improve financial workflows related to funding controls, PO management, and budget tracking. Partner with accounting, finance, procurement, and operations to ensure policy compliance. Generate reports and provide insights on spending trends, budget performance, and financial outcomes. Act as primary liaison between the organization and vendors for invoice, PO, and requisition issues. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience. 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance operations, accounts payable, procurement, or related financial support functions. Experience managing purchase orders, invoice processing, accruals, and budget reconciliation. Strong understanding of financial reporting and expense management. Experience reconciling Capital and O&M expenditures. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, financial systems, and SAP. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Preferred Skills Experience with SAP, Vendor Invoice Management (VIM), or other enterprise financial systems. Utility industry experience, preferably supporting operational or field-based organizations. Experience creating or improving financial processes and controls. Knowledge of procurement, vendor management, and contract administration practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr