Financial/Accounting Analyst, Remote USA

Financial/Accounting Analyst, Remote USA

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the top recognized brands and companies is looking for an ambitious Analyst to provide support to Finance and Operational teams by managing daily and monthly accounting tasks. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for the company’s finances. Preparing financial statements, reporting and driving cash collections are a large part of the analyst’s day-to-day work. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.

This is a great opportunity to Join Intertek's Electrical Business Line and be part of an experienced and energetic Finance team!

What are we looking for?

The Financial / Accounting Analyst position is responsible for supporting the Finance Director in coordinating the planning process related to budgeting, forecasting and month-end close, Treasury functions, as well as preparing financial reports with respect to multi business streams. 

Title: Financial Analyst

Location: Remote, USA - This is a remote position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States.

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $70K - $90K Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. 

In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays. When working with Intertek, you can expect a benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you’ll do:  

• Assist with the Month End Close process, including Revenue and Expense reconciliations and related General Ledger entry preparation, liaising with both the local sites and the GL team
• Assist with Cash Collections
• Assist with annual budgets, liaising between the local sites and the regional finance team
• Business partnership with site leaders to help them understand the P&L and ultimately help maximize profits
• Participate in the management of fixed asset system updates, which will include fixed asset inventories.
• Analyse income statements and perform variance analysis 
• Research and reconcile transactional items as needed
• Partner with financial leadership team to improve financial processes, policies, systems/tools, training programs, reporting and controls 
• Ensure that finance activities comply with the highest standards of accuracy, validity, and ethics and ensure adherence to the Intertek Accounting Policies.  

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.  
• Prior experience in accounting /finance and cash collections.  
• Prior experience or coursework in accounting, collections, statistical analysis, database reporting, and data models
• Extremely proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other Microsoft suite of products
• Ability to learn and be proficient with systems and applications
• Demonstrate ability to problem solve
• Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the workplace, practicing business the right way
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate (5%)
• A valid driver's license and reliable driving record

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