Finance Operations & Cash Flow Analyst

Louisiana Blue; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Blue is seeking a Finance Operations Analyst to support commission processing, cash management, and data-driven decision making. The role involves daily system activity, journal entries, banking reconciliation, and creating reports for audits and management review.

The ideal candidate will have a finance-related bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in finance, forecasting, or payroll, with strong Excel skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or education is required (4 years of additional relevant experience may be used in lieu of a degree).
• 2 years’ experience in banking, finance, forecasting, payroll or strategic planning is required
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support informed decision-making.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills.
• Adaptable to changing circumstances and new information.
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving capabilities. Committed to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive and financial information.

Responsibilities

• Commission System Operations: Manage daily system activities including data entry, file loading, validation review, payment verification, and related tasks.
• Provide first-tier support for commission calculation inquiries from internal and external stakeholders via email or phone.
• Cash Management & Accounting: Prepare and post journal entries for deposits.
• Initiate and monitor banking activity, including electronic transactions, ensuring timely posting, reconciliation, and recording.
• Maintain daily cash deposit reconciliation reports to support monthly general ledger reporting.
• Perform daily FEP drawdowns and monitor related cash accounts to maintain appropriate balances.
• Issue Resolution & Collaboration: Research, troubleshoot, and resolve system-related issues in collaboration with internal teams and external customers.
• Escalate complex issues promptly and appropriately.
• Data Management & Reporting: Gather and prepare data for audits, reporting, and compliance requirements.
• Compile and distribute daily cash position reports summarizing deposits, disbursements, and account balances for management review.
• System Testing & Process Improvement: Support testing of system/process updates and enhancements.
• Project Support: Assist with ad hoc projects and initiatives to improve processes, procedures, and customer experience.
• General Responsibilities: Ensure timely and accurate completion of all assigned tasks with emphasis on superior customer experience.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Excel proficiency

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or education

Tools

Microsoft Office (advanced Excel)

Job description

Louisiana Blue is seeking a Finance Operations Analyst to support commission processing, cash management, and data-driven decision making. The role involves daily system activity, journal entries, banking reconciliation, and creating reports for audits and management review.

The ideal candidate will have a finance-related bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in finance, forecasting, or payroll, with strong Excel skills and a collaborative mindset.