Financial Accountant and Business Systems Analyst

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets as well as recurring billing projects for services and consulting. This role includes administering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance/Business Central, configuring systems, and ensuring smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee governance around financial processes.
• Define project direction, articulate priorities, and communicate project status and challenges effectively.
• Support training and development specific to program delivery processes, operational tools, and status reporting.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven track record in successfully implementing ERP systems.
• Solid background in finance/accounting, with experience in project accounting and reporting.
• Expertise in multi-currency accounting functions.
• Understanding of project management principles and cost analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of business processes within an organization.
• Ability to take initiative and manage assignments independently.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Preferred certifications/licenses: CMA, CPA, APICS CPIM or CSCP, Lean Six Sigma.

Routine Accounting Tasks

General Accounting

• Review monthly credit card statements, recording expenses accurately within appropriate departmental accounts.
• Manage accruals, amortization, and depreciation entries.
• Assist during the Annual Audit process.
• Take on ad hoc projects, including account and spending analysis.
• Establish new projects in MS Dynamics 365 Business Central, ensuring all tasks and budgets are accurately aligned with contracts.
• Generate invoices for projects in accordance with contract terms, collaborating with Project Managers as necessary.
• Monitor and adjust the posting of time and expenses to ensure accurate project phase duplications.
• Assess projects for billing and collections risks and opportunities.
• Maintain effective communication with Project Managers and Principals-in-Charge regarding contract documents and modifications.
• Manage and process consultant invoices for timely payment.
• Prepare monthly consultant accruals and coordinate updates to cash flow with office leadership.
• Create policies related to project contract documents and other modifications.
• Provide comprehensive billing and contract status reports monthly.
• Produce scheduled and ad hoc project reports from MS Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Conduct special project analyses and financial support as required by project leaders.
• Propose and implement agreed processes to improve finance operations.
• Collaborate as an integral member of the finance team.

Accounts Receivable Responsibilities

• Ensure proper storage of all customer billings and related documentation.
• Conduct collections for past due accounts.
• Process and apply incoming customer payments.
• Prepare reports for VP Finance on the status of accounts receivable on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Assist with finance database management for commission calculations and gross margin analysis.
• Engage in ad hoc projects and analysis as needed.

Month-End Close Duties

• Collaborate in the month-end close process and record necessary month-end entries following company policies.
• Complete account reconciliations and bank reconciliations as part of the close process.

Required Certification

• MB-800 Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate, along with CFA, CPA, or ACCA certification.

If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and join our team!