Financial Analyst

Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc.

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Financial Analyst

Full Time - Regular

Pay Rate: The starting base pay range for this role is USD $70-$75k per year. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Non-Exempt/Exempt: Exempt

Job Status: Full-time

Location: Works from home or company offices in Irvine-CA, San Antonio-TX, Norristown-PA or Plattsburgh-NY

EEO Job Classification: Professionals

Reports To (Position): Controller

SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to fill the role of Finance Analyst. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both accounting and financial analyses, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. This role involves a combination of tasks from accounting, finance, as well as treasury-related functions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data to inform strategic decisions, and contributing to the company's overall financial success.

This role involves a combination of tasks from accounting, finance, as well as treasury-related functions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining accurate financial records, analyzing data to inform strategic decisions, and contributing to the company's overall financial success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions of the position include, but are not limited to;

Accounting Responsibilities:

• Perform month-end and year-end closing tasks, including preparing financial reports and statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Establish and maintain financial policies that align with industry standards and company objectives.
• Reconcile financial accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards, staying updated on changes in accounting practices.
• Collaborate with the Tax Department to support ad hoc requests and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in forecasting quarterly and annual profits, as well as preparing cost projections to support financial planning.

Financial Analysis Responsibilities:

• Analyze and report on the company's current financial status, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas of improvement.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of historical financial data to provide actionable insights to the executive team.
• Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and executive team to contribute to long-term financial planning and strategy.
• Compare anticipated financial results with actual outcomes, offering recommendations for enhancement of financial performance.
• Play a pivotal role in coordinating with departments and projects to support budget development, tracking, and reporting.
• Employ independent judgment and discretion to interpret financial data, making recommendations to optimize financial operations.
• Customarily exercise strong analytical skills to evaluate financial data and present findings clearly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial goals align with overall business objectives.
• Monitor and manage cash flow, optimizing liquidity to meet financial obligations.
• Contribute to the management of banking relationships.
• Regular work site attendance.
• Customarily and regularly exercises independent discretion and judgment.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company policies, ISO requirements, safety, and quality.
• Support continual improvement efforts.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other, reasonable and related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent team player, problem solver with a high level of self-motivation and initiative
• Able to meet deadlines on a consistent basis.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Ability to work independently (and with limited supervision) while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and departments at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze detail and perform structured decision-making on a daily basis.
• Must be capable of managing multiple priorities effectively and be able to identify and recommend best course of action from several alternatives.
• Quality oriented.
• High degree of initiative and ownership, attention to detail, and the discipline to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Strong influencing, collaboration and relationship-building skills both internally and externally .
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics from four-year college or university; and minimum 3 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Relevant certification (e.g., CFA/CPA) is a plus.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Demonstrate ability to effectively use computer and applicable computer software. Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, Adobe, PowerPoint, and Outlook required. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or SAP s/4 Hana a plus

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Demonstrate ability to read, comprehend, and respond appropriately through written or verbal form when required; ability to demonstrate tactfulness when communicating, to include internal communication with staff members of all levels; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences; ability to analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Demonstrate ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Employment with Fujitsu is considered to be at-will, which means that both the employee and Fujitsu Frontech North America Inc. (“FFNA”) are free to end the employment relationship at any time for any reason, with or without cause. This provision can only be changed or revoked in a formal written contract signed by the CEO of FFNA and cannot be changed by any express or implied agreement based on statements or actions by any employee or supervisor. Even though the job duties, title, compensation, and benefits, as well as the Company’s personnel policies and procedures, may change from time to time, the at-will nature of employment will not change.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.