About this opportunity
Accenture Foundation, Inc. lists this Financial Reporting Analyst opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accenture Foundation, Inc. is a philanthropic organization based in Chicago that supports charitable initiatives designed to create opportunity for people and communities. Established in 1999, the Foundation focuses its grantmaking on education, digital and employment skills, youth and workforce development, sustainability, and underserved communities.
The Financial Reporting Analyst will support the Foundation’s financial reporting and administrative operations by maintaining accurate financial information, preparing reports, reviewing transactions, and helping ensure that financial activity is properly documented and reported. The position will work closely with the Foundation’s administrative and finance stakeholders and will support reporting related to grants, investments, expenses, assets, and other financial activity. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work confidently with spreadsheets, financial records, reporting systems, electronic documents, and standard office technology. The position is based at the Foundation’s Chicago office.
Responsibilities
Prepare recurring financial reports, schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Review financial transactions for accuracy, completeness, appropriate classification, and supporting records
Maintain organized financial data and documentation for reporting, review, and compliance purposes
Assist with tracking grant related financial activity, charitable disbursements, expenses, and other Foundation transactions
Reconcile financial information across spreadsheets, accounting records, bank information, investment records, and supporting documentation
Analyze financial information and identify unusual items, discrepancies, missing information, or reporting issues
Support preparation of financial information required for internal reviews, tax reporting, regulatory filings, and Foundation records
Use spreadsheets, financial reporting systems, electronic records, and standard office equipment to complete daily financial reporting activities
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
Two or more years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, financial analysis, audit support, or a related area
Strong knowledge of financial statements, account reconciliation, transaction review, and financial reporting principles
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, sorting, filtering, data organization, and preparation of financial schedules
Ability to analyze detailed financial information and identify discrepancies accurately
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and careful attention to confidential financial information
Ability to manage recurring reporting responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
Experience working with accounting, financial reporting, grant administration, or investment related records is helpful
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and maintain clear and accurate documentation
Proficiency using computers, spreadsheet applications, financial reporting systems, document management tools, email, and standard office equipment
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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