Corporate Budgeting Analyst 3 - Tysons, VA

M.C. Dean; Virginia, Tysons (MN, VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Budgeting Analyst 3 to join its Finance Department. This role is pivotal in assisting with strategic initiatives like incentive compensation programs and capital budgeting. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, advanced Excel skills, and a proven track record in finance. This position offers a pathway for long-term career development and the opportunity to collaborate with corporate executives. If you're self-driven and eager to contribute to financial reporting enhancements, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a finance/accounting role in a medium-sized company or public accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel with advanced skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with shared service centers to produce annual budget packages.
• Handle complex financial reporting for multiple subsidiaries.

Skills

Advanced Excel Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Finance

MBA or CPA

Job description

Overview

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Corporate Budgeting Analyst 3 will report to the Chief Accounting Officer and be a key member of the Finance Department. The role involves assisting with strategic initiatives such as developing incentive compensation programs, capital budgeting, and financial reporting enhancements. The position requires regular interface with corporate executives, including the CEO, once fully trained and proven.

Candidates should aim for long-term career development in finance and accounting within our organization.

Ideal candidates will be analytical, possess advanced Excel skills, and have a proven track record of ownership and accountability.

Responsibilities

The role focuses on the following recurring duties and foundational development for future leadership:

• Corporate Budgeting and Planning:
• Coordinate with approximately 30 shared service centers to produce annual budget packages and documentation.
• Lead indirect procurement initiatives, including RFPs and rebate programs.
• Manage corporate budgeting and procurement controls.
• Conduct month-end activities, analyze budget fluctuations, and reconcile costs.
• Collaborate with programmers to automate transactions and reporting.
• Support the Chief Accounting Officer and CFO with departmental and corporate initiatives, requiring coordination across departments, vendors, and service providers.

• Financial Reporting:
• Handle complex financial reporting for multiple subsidiaries and international operations, aiming for simplification and automation.
• Perform complex general ledger reconciliations, allocations, and eliminations, including journal entries.
• Assist in preparing financial statements and supporting audits and tax preparations.

Qualifications

Requirements: A B.S. in Accounting or Finance, with 5+ years in a finance/accounting role in a medium-sized company or public accounting. MBA or CPA preferred.

Personal and professional traits include:

• Proficiency in Excel, with advanced skills essential.
• Self-driven with analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to analyze and summarize data effectively.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to work with extended screen time.
• Sitting for long periods.
• Reaching and manipulating objects with hands and fingers.
• Listening, understanding, and communicating information effectively.
• Reading and applying general rules to specific problems.
• Understanding spoken language and written information.