Associate, Finance (Accounting)

The FSG Finance Associate supports the Finance department’s day-to-day functions which include recording, reporting, and analysis of financial data, with a focus on creating value-added analysis to support Management in decision-making. 

What You Will Do:

• Compiling and analyzing account information.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc management information reports and spreadsheets, collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
• Accurately enter key data into our accounting and financial systems. 
• Maintain records and document financial processes.
• Maintain an effective internal controls environment by following all FSG Policy and Procedural Statements, and requesting clarification when guidance is unclear.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis on an as-requested basis.
• Analyze trends, revenue & cost, financial commitments, and obligations to predict future outcomes.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in your area of responsibility while minimizing risk and cost.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting 
• Advanced degree
• One (1) or more years of experience
• Professional certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of data privacy and security principles
• Solid understanding of financial statements, budgeting, cash flow, and familiarity with accounting principles and practices. 
• Capacity to analyze, interpret, and report financial data.
• Accurately and efficiently input financial data into spreadsheets or accounting system. Complete high-quality account reconciliations.
• Technically proficient with financial and accounting systems and strong knowledge of data analysis techniques and data visualization tools and software.
• Analyze large datasets and identify patterns and trends.
• Communicate basic insights from data analysis.
• Accountability / Reliability / Quality / Service Delivery
  • Ability to demonstrate independent, objective, open-minded thinking with strong attention to detail and sound judgment. 
  • Takes responsibility for his/her actions, behaviors, decisions, and results while holding self and team members accountable.  
  • Meets expected levels of acceptable work quality (accuracy, completeness, & timeliness). 
• Communication
  • Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Writes clearly and informatively.
• Employee Development
  • Completes all assigned and mandatory training on time.
  • Demonstrates understanding of tasks and activities as assigned.
• Leadership
  • All levels of the organization are leaders demonstrated through actions and behaviors.
  • Act as a role model through positive attitude and behaviors.
  • Embrace change.
  • Ability to coach and potentially develop key skills necessary for leading the functions as assigned.
• People /Teamwork
  • Actively participate in a team; engage and collaborate effectively with a willingness to support group goals.
  • Demonstrates respect for individuals. Recognizes other's viewpoints and ways of doing things.
  • Understands the critical nature of teamwork in achieving a common goal. 
• Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management Systems.

Reporting Relationships:

The incumbent reports to the Manager of Finance. This position does not have any direct reports.