Analyst 2 - Financial Planning & Analysis

Essential Job Duties:
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Download monthly business P&Ls from system and identify any incorrect entries. This requires reviewing actuals against forecast and budget and reviewing the General Ledger detail.
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Prepare monthly General Ledger and Travel and Entertainment downloads and pivot tables and distribute to business lines.
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Respond to questions from business and division management regarding General Ledger and Travel and Entertainment downloads. This can require interacting with Accounting for details.
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Create monthly, quarterly and year to date variance analysis and review with Director or Manager of Financial Analysis, SVP, Finance, and business and division managements.
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Prepare monthly forecasts and annual budgets in conjunction with Director or Manager of Financial Analysis and review with SVP, Finance and business and division managements.
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Reconcile revenue by client and create revenue report (temporary)
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Reconcile payroll by person by business to the GL, Payroll and Hyperion
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Create headcount report by business line
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Prepare analysis of professional services expense by business
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Download AP and AR reports
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Complete ad-hoc analysis as needed
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May perform other duties as assigned
Skills, Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree; in Accounting, Finance or related area preferred
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Minimum of 2-5 years of experience
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Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Strong organizational and attention to detail
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Requires strong analytical and quantitative skills; Independent worker with the ability to conduct research & resolve complex problems
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Exposure to Hyperion or any other planning tool is an added advantage.
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Ability to prioritize and work in a challenging & fast paced environment
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Ability to handle multiple projects and decisions in critical situations
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Maturity, professionalism, and high level of discretion is required