Financial Analyst Sr​/Atlanta, GA; Onsite

Job Title

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Atlanta, GA (Onsite)

6+ Months Contract

Supplier must be willing to complete fingerprinting and badging for the airport!

Accounting & Financial Reporting is responsible for accounting and financial reporting aspects of the Client As part of the Accounting and Financial Reporting team, they will be responsible for ensuring that DOA transactions are recorded timely and accurately in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).

Supervision Received. Works under general supervision. May work independently with responsibility for assigned function(s) or program(s).

• Preparing journal entries.
• Review general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Performing account analysis and developing explanations for significant variances.
• Assist with the annual audit of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), including the preparation of prepared by client (PBC) requests, pulling supporting documentation and other activities in support of the audit.

• Assists with preparation of the DOA's ACFR.
• Assists with the preparation of the DOA's monthly reporting and quarterly financial reporting package.
• Assists with the preparation of the DOA's internal management reporting.
• Assists with research and implementation of new accounting pronouncements.
• Other
• Other duties as required.

• Formal Knowledge
• Knowledge of Excel including use of Pivot Tables, data collection and management, etc.
• Familiarity with a variety of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting applications.

• The preferred candidate will demonstrate:
• The ability to focus on attention to detail.
• The ability to work successfully and effectively on cross-functional teams and team/collaborative projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Passion for improvement.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong reporting skills.
• Strong organization skills.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant desired.