Financial Analyst

The Position
· Performs detailed cost and financial analyses
· Develops and interprets detailed cost accounting information and makes recommendations regarding the efficient utilization of resources and the proper accounting for transactions
· Assists with the provision of advisory services to departments with respect to updating billing rates and interpreting cost accounting data; recommends alternative solutions to cost accounting problems
· Performs specialized financial or cost analyses (e.g., cash-flow analysis, "what-if" analysis); prepares related reports (e.g., pro-forma financial statements)
· Assists in reviews of financial and internal controls to determine whether such controls are adequate to meet management objectives and ensure the safeguarding of assets; recommends and implements security and system control procedures
· Performs specific tasks related to reviews of management practices and policies; recommends changes to enhance operating efficiencies

The Person
· Degree with a major in Accounting, Finance or related area, two years of auditing, cost accounting and/or financial analysis experience
· Knowledge of cost and financial accounting principles, practices and procedures
· Knowledge of principles and techniques used in conducting management studies, system analyses and financial analyses
· Knowledge of internal control systems and procedures
· Skill in preparing complex management reports on a timely basis
· Skill in the use of personal computers and related financial and statistical software products
· Skill in both verbal and written communication

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