Finance Analyst

Assignment: Night Shift

The finance analyst is responsible for collection, organization, interpretation, analysis, recording, documentation, and dissemination of complex data sets. The candidate will process and reconcile accounts and general ledger related transactions with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, customer service and the ability to work in a fast paced environment. The candidate will provide support and be part of the US Finance team.

• Support the Finance and Accounting related activities and operational matters with financial impacts, including periodic reporting, cash funding, business updates, invoice processing, ad hoc reporting, cash management, etc.
• Work collaboratively and develop strong relationships within the Business Unit, with operational executives, and with managers.
• Research and resolve premium, claims, and cash discrepancies between Program Administrators and/or Arch policy issuance systems and Arch Accounting System
• Reconcile financial results on a periodic basis (monthly and quarterly) for both P&L and Balance Sheet in order to validate the accuracy of financially reported results.
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure all transactions have been properly recorded.
• Perform financial analysis, general ledger account reconciliations, and generate key reports.
• Utilize information from third parties and Business Units to report financial results and create and record technical journal entries needed to support the accounting for the business units.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual Statutory reports.
• Provide assistance, reconciliations and other support as required for internal and external auditors.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as required by the department or other business units.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to understand and apply standard practices and procedures.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Skilled in identifying and resolving moderately complex accounting issues.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with reporting packages and financial systems .
• Solid understanding of month-end close processes and account analysis.
• Strong time management with the ability to work under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel with the ability to create and use complex formulas and pivot tables to analyze data.
• Insurance experience is desired but not a mandatory requirement.

Technical Skills Proficiency Level Required (R) /Optional (O)

Microsoft Excel 3R

Microsoft Office Suite 3R

Financial Systems2R

Additional information

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance (or equivalent discipline)