Accounting Analyst

Seiu-Local-1021; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 68,332 - 118,968; Full time

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Job summary

SEIU Local 1021 is seeking an Accounting Analyst in Oakland, CA. The role reports to Finance leadership and focuses on accounting analysis, forecasting, cost controls, and finance operations improvement projects.

Responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting support, and collaboration with other departments to provide insights and drive efficiency. The position emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and proactive financial management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant and progressive experience.
• 1+ year of experience in accounting analysis, reporting, budgeting and/or forecasting.
• Strong proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance, trend, and cost analysis to identify drivers and insights.
• Manage costs in cost centers through contracts, service agreements and routine expenses.
• Improve accounting and financial operations for efficiency and accuracy.
• Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in annual budgets and forecasts, explain variances against plan.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Job description

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Accounting Analyst

Active - Regular full-time Oakland, CA, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 1048

Salary Range: $68,332.95 To $118,968.57 Annually

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Finance Director or designee the Accounting Analyst performs at the professional accounting level. The position is responsible for assisting Finance Management, conducting accounting related analysis, forecasting, and reporting, cost controls, and finance operations improvement projects.

Location: Oakland

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and cost analysis, to identify key financial drivers and provide actionable insights.
• Manage organizational costs in assigned cost centers through strategic management of contracts, service agreement, and routine expenses.
• Improve accounting and financial operations to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and accuracy.
• Prepare and distribute accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure compliance with accounting standard regulations.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Monitor actual performance against budgeted and forecast figures and provide explanations for variances.
• Create and maintain financial models to support decision-making, scenario analysis, and long-term financial planning.
• Project manage finance operation projects to timely and successful conclusion and effectively manage finance programs.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather relevant feedback, financial data, and/or provide financial insights.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as requested by senior management.
• Conduct coaching and training to Finance or relevant staff and creating/updating resources that provide guidance
• May conduct other accounting functions, such as, but not limited to, accounts payable, payroll, compliance, and bank reconciliations.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant and progressive experience.
• 1+ year of experience in accounting analysis, reporting, budgeting and/or forecasting.
• Strong proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.

Job Description

• Strong with technology and excellent at adopting new technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to present complex financial. information in a clear and concise manner.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and/or programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary and Benefits

The current salary range is $76,054.81 – $124,917 based on qualifications and experience.

• SEIU Local 1021 offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

SEIU Local 1021 is an affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability.

Local 1021 works to ensure fair treatment of applicants and employees and actively enforces policies against discrimination and sexual harassment.