Financial Analyst

WDS
Rock Island, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2022 CLOSED ON 3/14/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at WDS?

FINANCIAL ANALYST

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions related to general ledger accounting, the month end close process, business analysis, forecasting, and reconciliations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Prepare basic financial reports/schedules as required for financial reporting

· Responsible for monitoring and maintaining assigned accounts – includes processing transactions related to those accounts

· Prepare subledger to general ledger reconciliations

· Assist in the month end close process, external audits and related filings

· Adhere to all company procedures, values and policies to provide an accurate representation of the company to all potential and current customers

· Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Company’s internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management) in a mutually respectful manner regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and all other protected classes

· Adhere to the highest of ethical business conduct and compliance by acting lawfully, ethically, honestly and professionally in the performance of job functions at all times as well as be in compliance with Company policy and procedures as it relates to all job functions

*An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential job duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Special projects and duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

  • Planning/Organizing/Work Management – Puts issues/work tasks/paperwork in logical fashion. Develops realistic action plans. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Develops a path to desired outcome to achieve intended goals
  • Communication – Expresses self clearly and professionally in individual and group situations, presenting ideas or information, with verbal and non-verbal communication. Actively seeks collaboration from others
  • Customer Service Skills / Negotiation – Execute delivery of difficult conversations in a positive manner to achieve desired outcome.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related area is required

Experience: 2-4 years of experience; preferably in distribution

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent communicator with positive attitude
  • Ability to establish and maintain working relationship with service providers, field/office employees and managers in order to coordinate sales activities and policies
  • Must be flexible, prioritize workload, detailed, and highly organized
  • Ability to work as a business partner with people at various levels of an organization is essential
  • Ability to work well as a team member, but also to work independently and be self-motivated
  • Varied ERP experience/ability to learn ERP systems is required
  • Access or Sequel experience a plus

Technology/Equipment: Ability to operate a variety of office equipment to include but not limited to personal computers, printers, scanners and calculators. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software

*WORK CONDITIONS:

  • Environment – Work is performed inside the office with possible infrequent travel
  • Physical Demands – Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands/fingers
  • Mental Demands – Using standard mental and visual attention continuously, with occasional periods of continuous alertness and concentration
  • Talk/Hearing – Must be able to receive and send information through oral communication. The noise level in the office environment is occasionally quiet and frequently moderate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
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