Financial Analyst Job

Overview

LOCATION: KENOSHA, WI

Monday thru Friday--in office

The Financial Analyst will support accounting processes across Equipment Solutions (EQS). Tasks will include tracking, analyzing, and reporting of sales & various data sets, as well as performing routine accounting duties that support specific business activities and the Finance Department.

Responsibilities

• Generate, prepare, analyze and distribute various sales reports for all programs; create new reporting to support ongoing business needs or changes.


• Prepare and submit monthly billing files for various programs.


• Prepare and submit commissions for franchisees.


• Issue monthly & quarterly rebate requests.


• Aid Accounts Receivable team, including research and cash applications.


• Perform general accounting transactions, including posting journal entries, with an emphasis on documentation, completeness, accuracy, and overall understanding.


• Complete any reporting and closing responsibilities within the deadlines required by management.


• Maintain accounting controls by following policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP and company guidelines.


• Work with department to drive improvement utilizing rapid continuos improvement (RCI) theories and processes, including cost saving measures and continual review of functions to suggest and initiate ongoing change.


• Understand key business processes, technologies, and strategies.


• Special projects and other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or other equivalent degree with applicable experience preferred.


• Working knowledge of LN ERP system or other similar systems preferred.


• High level of understanding of sales transactions, complex transactions, and ability to resolve issues.


• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Must be multi-task oriented.


• Must be able to work with minimal oversight with attention to accuracy and timeliness.


• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of general accounting, reporting requirements and computer applications.


• Be able to develop and maintain relationships with diplomacy and tact.


• Ability to continually and constructively question and challenge current practices and processes.


• Proficiency in MS Office required. Daily use of Excel - intermediate/advanced level needed, including proficiency with lookups and pivot tables a plus. Proficiency in SQL a plus.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills