Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst

Location: Alpine, CA 91901
Schedule: Hybrid – Monday through Thursday onsite, Friday remote
Pay Rate: $35-37/hour W-2
Employment Type: 1-year W2 Assignment 

Position Overview
A leading Southern California utility company is seeking a Financial Analyst to support accounting and financial operations. This position will be responsible for reviewing O&M and capital costs, processing journal entries and accruals, approving vendor invoices, and ensuring financial activity is accurately recorded in accordance with FERC guidelines and SOX requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review monthly accounting reports to ensure O&M and capital costs are accurately allocated in accordance with FERC guidelines.
• Audit and approve vendor invoices for accuracy and SOX compliance.
• Prepare and process journal entries in SAP.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain monthly accrual information.
• Prepare accrual documentation and submit information to Accounts Payable.
• Review financial dashboards to identify O&M costs that should be classified as capital.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, costs, accruals, and accounting transactions.
• Ensure adherence to established financial guidelines, accounting standards, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Accounting, finance, or related financial operations experience.
• Experience with invoice processing/approvals, accruals, journal entries, and cost review.
• Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.

Please submit your resume in Word or PDF format to be considered.

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