Finance/Accounting Analyst - SGA Inc.

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Finance/Accounting Analyst for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Long Island City, NY.

Responsibilities :

• Responsible for various responsibilities within Corporate Functions Controllers including Corporate Insurance & Risk Management.
• Some external communication will be necessary including oversight of third-party captive insurance managers.
• Involved in short-to medium-term planning of actions and resources for own area.
• Responsibility for insurance group financials, reporting, planning/budgeting, and communication with key stakeholders.
• Supports the management and control data flows to and within Finance applications to ensure integrity and completeness of data, including by preparing and recording financial transactions for legal vehicle and regulatory reporting purposes, updating the general ledger, recording financial transactions, and preparing of consolidated financial statements, in accordance with management reporting requirements, for legal vehicle & regulatory purposes. Also, includes specialized insurance accounting, expense accounting and investment accounting as well as general controllership responsibilities.
• Assist management to ensure that financial controls are identified and in place for all key processes and that any control weaknesses/issues are appropriately addressed and escalated with a remediation plan defined.
• Assist to establish consistent processes and a strong control environment, review procedures, MCA assessments, and review ARA on annual basis with key stakeholders.
• Additional responsibilities will include other controllership responsibilities within Corporate Functions Controllers, such as responding to accounting questions and inquiries, any required policy changes, identifying opportunities and leading transformation projects, driving process and control standardization, and the development of improved processes and controls.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent team leadership and partnership skills: ability to work with and influence senior management across multiple levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing and presentation. The ability to understand and articulate complex financial concepts.
• Proven operational and financial leadership with ability to drive results.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize effectively and resolve conflicting priorities.
• A pro-active self-starter who can continue to push concepts forward with minimal guidance.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent a plus.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy Salary:30.0-40.0 USD/Hour