Junior Financial Analyst

Junior Financial Analyst

Category: Finance

Main location: United States, California, Los Angeles

Alternate Location(s): United States, California, San Diego

Position : J

Employment Type: Full Time

U.S.

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Position

Description:

CGI is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to join our CGI team!

This position can be performed in either our CGI office in Los Angeles, CA (preferred) or San Diego, CA.

Are you a Finance professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working with forecasting, budgeting, and operational/financial accounting concepts while contributing to impactful business decisions? If so, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career with CGI.

Collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior CGI leadership to provide financial insights that drive performance and strategy. You'll be encouraged to expand your skills, explore emerging technologies (including AI), and pursue professional development opportunities that support your long-term career progression within CGI.

In this role, you will be responsible for full life‑cycle project accounting and financial support, including:

• Managing project accounting from setup to closeout
• Performing revenue recognition and ensuring compliance with accounting standards
• Preparing and processing client billing and invoicing
• Conducting financial analysis to track performance metrics and highlight key trends
• Supporting vendor management and contract‑related financial oversight
• Building and maintaining financial models and reports in Microsoft Excel
• Acting as a trusted advisor by providing strategic insights and raising issues proactively in a fast‑paced environment

A typical day in this role may include:

• Managing and maintaining financial data for 6–8 separate client programs, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all accounts
• Reviewing project financials with Project Managers to ensure budgets and forecasts are on track
• Updating and reconciling financial data in Excel and ERP systems
• Preparing and submitting monthly revenue recognition entries
• Drafting and processing client invoices while ensuring compliance with contract terms
• Analyzing variances against budget/forecast and presenting findings to leadership
• Responding to ad‑hoc financial data requests from leadership or project teams
• Coordinating with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing or contract issues
• Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas for process improvement

• Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related analytical roles
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Strong understanding of technical accounting principles and corporate finance practices

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, complex formulas)
• Experience with financial reporting and analytics tools
• Familiarity with invoicing, contracts, and revenue recognition processes
• Knowledge of ERP or accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite) preferred

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
• Proven track record of delivering creative solutions and driving process improvements

• Highly adaptable and comfortable working in fast‑paced, ambiguous, and rapidly changing environments
• Strong independent work ethic with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to take on multiple roles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration

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