Finance Analyst

Job Summary

The Finance Analyst (Management Trainee Program) will gain exposure to the organization’s core corporate finance and accounting functions and will be trained to support key processes, including accounting, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash reconciliation, payroll support, financial analysis, and finance systems operations. This entry-level role is intended for recent graduates who demonstrate a strong interest in learning the full finance and accounting cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the month-end close process by preparing and posting journal entries, maintaining close checklists, and assisting with general ledger reviews in accordance with GAAP and Company policy.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules and workpapers for recurring entries, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and other balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Complete balance sheet account reconciliations and clearing account reviews; research variances and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Perform daily and monthly bank and cash reconciliations; investigate discrepancies, document conclusions, and process required corrections.
• Support accounts payable operations, including invoice intake, coding and matching, routing for approvals, vendor setup and maintenance, payment processing, and vendor statement reconciliations.
• Support accounts receivable operations, including invoice preparation, cash application, customer account maintenance, credit memos and adjustments, collections support, and accounts receivable aging analysis.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling inputs, updating templates, preparing variance analyses, and supporting key performance indicator (KPI) reporting.
• Assist with preparation of periodic management reporting and dashboards; validate data integrity, investigate trends, and summarize results for review.
• Provide payroll support by assisting with payroll reconciliations, audits, and related general ledger entries in coordination with Human Resources and payroll systems.
• Utilize and support finance systems and tools (e.g., Sage Intacct and related platforms) for transaction processing, data imports, report generation, user support, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support internal controls by following documented procedures, maintaining appropriate documentation, and promptly escalating control exceptions or process issues.
• Assist with audit, compliance, and information requests by gathering required documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting process walkthroughs.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned; communicate status, risks, and issues to the Director of Finance in a timely manner.
• Maintain open and clear communications with the owners, managers, and other employees of the Company.
• Comply with all relevant company policies and procedures outlined in the K1 Management Services Employee Handbook.

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Core Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Professional communication and collaboration
• Professionalism and confidentiality
• Commitment to learning and continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Education – Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field completed by the program start date. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 at the time of application and at program start
• Experience – Fewer than three years of professional work experience or military service (excluding internships, part-time employment, or roles held while pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree)

• Strong Excel skills: XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables, basic modeling
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team