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Job Id:
362
# of Openings:
1
We are always looking for talented, energetic, and hard-working employees that want to serve their community
Company name: Capital Region Water
Title of position: Senior Financial Analyst, General Accounting
Position type: Full Time, Exempt
Location: Harrisburg, PA
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We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for training and career development.
Description of responsibilities:
The Senior Financial Analyst, General Accounting assists the Vice President of Finance, General Accounting in the daily financial operations, including payroll, accounts payable, and P-Card activity. This role is responsible for financial analysis, reporting, audit preparation and budgeting process.
- Oversee and review all aspects of bi-weekly payroll processing, including time entry approvals, leave tracking (PTO, sick, FMLA), and payroll funding
- Review and approve payroll reports, payouts, and staff work products to ensure accuracy
- Manage and review accounts payable processes, including invoice approvals, P-Card transaction verification, and general ledger coding
- Ensure proper cost allocation and budget alignment for expenditures
- Review and approve journal entries, including payroll, cash transfers, inventory, and other general accounting transactions
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support ad hoc journal entries
- Monitor and support month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Perform income statement variance analysis and ensure accurate monthly financial reporting
- Analyze operational expenses and perform budget analytics
- Prepare and compile audit workpapers and assist with annual audit processes
Required experience:
- Seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting and payroll management, preferably in a government setting
- Experience with payroll processing, accounts payable, and general accounting functions
- Experience in financial reporting, budget analysis, and audit preparation
- Experience working with ERP systems and payroll software
Required skills:
*May be developed after hire
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Knowledge of Government Accounting Standards (GASB) preferred *
- Strong understanding of auditing principles and financial reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills
- Ability to analyze unexpected results when working on financial reports.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Basic knowledge of municipal water, wastewater and stormwater services. *
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
How to apply: Careers - Capital Region Water
For information on Capital Region Water, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at Home - Capital Region Water
Capital Region Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Capital Region Water actively promotes a diverse and drug-free workplace.
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