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Aston Carter Financial Business Analyst II in Lake Mary, Florida
Job Title: Financial Business Analyst IIJob Description
The Financial Business Analyst II will be responsible for providing analytic support by maintaining, analyzing, and reporting key performance measures to the business unit management. This role requires the individual to work independently as well as part of the overall team, with a high level of initiative and motivation to ensure that deliverables are met. Major responsibilities will include data mining and analysis to supply value-added information to optimize processes by using various reporting and analytical tools. Additionally, this position will help to further develop the framework for evaluating and measuring operational and strategic performance and highlight areas of focus and opportunity to be able to provide excellent service to our internal and external customers.
Responsibilities
Collaborate daily in the activities of revenue recognition, preparing, consolidating, and analyzing financial statements.
Prepare required disclosures, budgets, and key performance measures associated with Field Service projects.
Prepare Ad Hoc reports to provide transparency around the operational performance of Field Service projects.
Responsible for financial performance regarding P&L and Balance Sheet.
Create and report accurate forecasts for revenue, expenses, and other key financial metrics.
Conduct variance analysis to explain differences between actual financial results and forecasts or budgets.
Work closely with internal teams to ensure financial objectives are met.
Analyze operating results and historical data to identify trends and provide recommendations.
Support the maintenance of General Ledger including various accounts, such as Unbilled Receivables, Deferred Sales, Work in Process, Warranty, Accrued Expenses, Sales, Cost of Goods Sold, Depreciation and Operating Expenses.
Perform accounting closing duties by preparing project accruals journal entries, reconciling and analyzing different accounts.
Responsible for reconciliation of internal accounts.
Prepare financial information requested by internal and external auditors.
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, including gathering inputs from various departments.
Monitor budgetary performance and work with departments to control costs and optimize resource allocation.
Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure financial operational efficiency.
Communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Ensure all deadlines and schedules are met on time and in accordance with the closing schedule.
Essential Skills
Accounting
Finance
Forecasting
Analysis
Financial analysis
SAP
Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)
Time management
Multi-tasking
Communication skills
Analytical skills
Journal entry experience
Revenue recognition
Reporting
General ledger
KPI
Budget analysis
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proactive nature
Great time management
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements
Ability to create accurate forecasts
Strong variance analysis skills
Work Environment
Beautiful office in Lake Mary with a hybrid schedule (in-office Tuesday through Thursday, remote on Monday and Friday).
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.