DFW - Financial Analyst

LAZ Parking; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LAZ Parking in Dallas is seeking a Financial Analyst to support shuttle services and fleet maintenance with accurate financial analysis, data recording, and trend insights. You will report to the DFW Finance Manager and participate in client reporting, reconciliations, and budget maintenance.

The role requires 1+ year of financial management experience and a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent). Airport/government finance experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• 1+ years of financial management experience.
• Experience in airport or government finances or contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly client reports, statements, invoices, rent calculations, and rent payments.
• Prepare client statements and payments directly.
• Submit required reports for Finance Manager review.
• Report on client payment distribution for accuracy.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and follow up variances.
• Perform revenue reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and budget data entry forms.
• Provide month-end variance analysis and cost deviation insights.
• Prepare quarterly variance research and analysis.
• Support audits and ensure contract compliance.
• Review logs, KPIs, SLAs, LDs, and contract compliance.
• Prepare backlog reports and review funding.
• Prepare labor usage reports for operations teams.
• Stay current on industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Discretion with confidential info

Self-starter

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Spirit of the Position:

TheDFW Financial Analyst provides financial analysis for 5 shuttle services and fleet maintenance, recording data, identifying trends and generating insights for the assigned locations. This position reports directly to the DFW Finance Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the production of monthly client reports, statements, invoices, rent calculations, and rent payments to ensure accuracy and contract compliance.
• Prepare client statements and payments directly.
• Prepare and submit required reports for clients to DFW Finance Manager for review.
• Report on client payment distribution to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations of assigned portfolios and follow up as needed on unreconciled variances.
• Perform revenue reconciliations and follow up as needed on unreconciled variances.
• Supply financial reports or analyses to onsite Airport Services teams and clients as needed.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and budget data entry forms that are accurate, concise and easy to digest.
• Provide detailed month-end variance analysis and identification of cost deviations.
• Prepare research, analysis, and report variance quarterly.
• Support multiple contract types: Management Agreements, Leases, Fixed Fee, Time and Materials (Labor-Hour), and other hybrid models.
• Work with internal and external audits to help resolve or adjudicate any adverse audit findings.
• Review and audit daily logs, timecards, KPIs, SLAs, LDs, and contract compliance.
• Prepare monthly backlog reports, review and confirm contract funding, and review AP Purchase Order funding.
• Prepare labor usage reports for operational teams.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to ensure the organization remains competitive and compliant.

Experience and Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related fields or equivalent work experience.
• One or more years of experience in financial management.
• Experience in airport or government finances or contracts preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Ability and willingness to "roll up" your sleeves to help teammates so everyone can be successful.
• One who embodies the LAZ values: trust, respect, honesty and integrity, and commitment to people.
• Someone who can be trusted to work with confidential information with discretion.
• Eager to learn and quickly understand new processes and applications.
• A self-starter that can troubleshoot issues on their own and find solutions.
• Proficiency in developing, maintaining, and strengthening policies and procedures.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; must be able to work well with all levels of employees.
• Ability to mitigate and lead others to overcome challenges (Never Ever Give Up Attitude).
• Ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and standard business practices.
• Ability to stay organized, multi-task, and adhere to critical deadlines in a fast-paced and growing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills required, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 10 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential duties/functions.

FLSA Status:Exempt

To be hired, all candidates must submit to a background check and pre-employment drug screen.

LAZ Parking is an equal opportunity employer. In all our employment practices, including hiring, we are firmly committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics, Vietnam era, special disabled, recently separated and other protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. No question in our application process is used for the process of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on such grounds.

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