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SEIU (Service Employees International Union)
Job Title: Finance Systems Analyst
Location: Washington, D.C.
Salary: $87,287.44
Grade: Local 2 PS-3
Purpose: This position will focus on supporting SEIU’s core enterprise resource planning (ERP) software NetSuite. This role will play an integral part in implementing systems related processes and policies that support the Union’s goals, fostering transparency and accountability. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining financial reports in the system, as well as performing various accounting tasks such as preparing general ledger journal entries. This role will entail various project-based and ad hoc tasks and initiatives. And will be tasked with implementing the highest level of data integrity, operational efficiencies and process management. This position will be required to operate with a high level of discretion, judgment and integrity as a steward of member financial resources.
Primary Responsibilities: (Any one position may not include all of the specific duties and responsibilities listed. Examples provide a general summary of the work required and should not be treated as a total and complete list of expected duties to be performed by employees in the classification.)
● Serves as Subject Matter Expert and administrator of SEIU’s ERP system - NetSuite
● Develops standards and quality controls around access to the ERP system
● Works with internal and external stakeholders to implement and/or integrate additional systems with the Netsuite, as necessities arise
● Identifies and addresses opportunities for higher levels of efficiency across all data platforms
● Demonstrates Expertise in the new financial systems implementation. Works with various teams to implement systems that support accomplishment of organizational goals
● Supports the Finance Department in ensuring the timely and accurate maintenance of the general ledgers of SEIU and SEIU-controlled entities within Netsuite
● Analyzes and reconciles general ledger accounts as needed to ensure budgeting and reporting integrity
● Prepares and posts reclassification, reconciling, accrual, and other correcting entries as needed
● Provides maintenance and updates to all current financial systems. As well we any new systems organization might adopt in the future
● Generates data for LM-2, 990, and other compliance-related reporting
● Troubleshoots Netsuite issues with respective end-users
● Assists departments with financial reporting and helps create and maintain automated financial reports
● Monitors data quality and internal data management standards
● Does regular data validation as needed
● Analyzes and participates in recording transactions associated with the Amex purchase card program ● Executes and provides support and analytics for compliance, including tax, legal, political, and regulatory filings as needed
● Supports the monthly and annual close of general ledger
● Prepares pertinent information for auditors in conducting internal and external audits
● Performs other duties as required to support the department and its mission
Direction and Decision Making: This position reports to the Finance Manager and will have discretion in NetSuite Administration decisions under the supervision of the Finance Manager.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field and at least Three(3) years of accounting experience. Accounting systems certification is a plus but not required. A previous experience in Netsuite, or any comparable ERP systems is a plus. Any previous experience in a financial systems administration is desired. Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
● Thorough knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
● Knowledge of US and District of Columbia laws and regulations regarding financial controls
● Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities
● Advanced skills in working with ERP systems, databases, and report writing software
● Ability to effectively use an ERP system to analyze, reconcile and process accounting transactions
● Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with SEIU stakeholders in both written and oral presentation
● Ability to conduct financial training on accounting functions and systems
● Ability to multitask, establish priorities and effectively organize work in a changing environment
● Ability to maintain flexible attitude and approach toward assignments and actively engage others in building teams
● Ability to think critically and analytically in linking financial data to qualitative information
● Ability to communicate sensitive information to principal
● Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office software – Excel, Word, SharePoint
Physical Requirements: Work is generally performed in an office setting. Long and extended hours and travel may be required (up to 15%). Probationary period: Thirty six (36) calendar weeks.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for either a) a certain medical condition(s); or b) on the basis of sincerely held strong religious beliefs and practices; c) as otherwise required by law.
