Lead Financial Accounting Analyst

** Job Description Summary*
* This role will provide strategic oversight of financial accounting and project cost management for HTIC. This role leads the development of accurate, timely financial reporting and ensures compliance with government funding requirements and organizational standards, drives efficient invoicing and receivables processes, while partnering with technical leaders to deliver financial insights and cost modeling that support informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

This role serves as a key advisor on financial project management, fostering accountability and operational excellence across the organization.

** Job Description*
* Roles and Responsibilities

+ Responsible for general accounting and policy application & process administration for all cycles including cash, project revenue recognition & receivables/payables & intercompany. Understand and interpret applicable Enterprise Standards, SOP and Process Maps to deliver Controllership activities

+ Analyzing & processing financial organization data & project-level data and preparing monthly & quarterly accounting reports

+ Managing project cost activities related to government proposals and active government awards, as required by funding agencies

+ Managing invoice to receivables process for HTIC's project portfolio, ensuring timely collection of outstanding receivables, and preparing accurate financial reports in compliance with internal & external customer requirements

+ Providing financial support to HTIC's technical community throughout the project lifecycle using financial cost modeling techniques

+ Utilizes in-depth knowledge of a discipline and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy. Basic knowledge of related job disciplines.

+ Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues.

+ Jobs at this level function with some autonomy but are subject to functional practices and precedents or are covered by well-defined policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

+ Uses some judgment and has the ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated, day-to-day problems. Has ability to prioritize information for data analysis. Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and at least 2 years of relevant experience; OR a high school diploma/GED and at least 4 years of experience in the relevant job family or function.

Desired Characteristics

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** Variance & Ad‑Hoc Analysis** :
Deep‑dive into variances, ad-hoc financial queries to identify risks/opportunities

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** ERP / Reporting Systems** :
Proficiency with Oracle for financial processing and reporting

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** Excel & Advanced Analytical Tools** :
Advanced Excel use (pivot tables, macros), familiarity with Power BI for visualization

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** Strong Oral & Communication skills** :
Clear presentation of analysis and findings to cross-functional teams and project teams

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** Analytical & Critical Thinking** :
Strong ability to interpret financial data, recognize trends, evaluate/resolve issues, and identify causes

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** Problem Solving & Decision Making** :
Proactive, effective resolution of financial issues while balancing risks and rewards

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** Process Improvement & Strategic Thinking** :
Identifying and implementing financial & operations process enhancements, system integration, and strategic initiatives

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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