Financial Analyst II - The Fountain Group
North Chicago, IL
About the Job
The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Financial Analyst for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Lake County, IL. Details for the position are as follows:
Job Description:
Responsibilities include:
Job Description:
- $30.00 - $35.00 /HR to start! W2
- 12-month contract (potential to extend/convert based on performance & budget) (Hybrid position - 3 days in office)
Responsibilities include:
- Freight Payment & Audit:
o Prepare and submit weekly Global Cost Allocation reports
o Implement allocation logic and automation enhancements
o Identify and resolve duplicated freight expenses
o Working on development, enhancement, and communication of rate audit logic for freight invoices.
o Work closely with SAP IT, Accounts payable, and Corp. Treasury to ensure all payment cycles are seamlessly executed and complete. - Business Partnership:
o Influence multiple key strategic initiatives and lead special projects providing leadership and support.
o Develop, execute, and monitor ongoing Global Freight payment automation process, working with third-party vendor, freight carriers, and internal regional transportation managers.
o Coordinate and support Global Freight Payment PO process and ongoing review.
o Act as a key point of contact for Regional Transportation Managers to build a strong partnership with key stakeholders and to support various project implementations. - Internal Controls & Compliance:
o Ensure financial results are recorded in compliance with Client financial policies (CFM's), Sarbanes Oxley, and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
o Enforce and enhance internal controls by providing guidance and counsel to IPL business and affiliates in areas of Corporate Finance Manual (CFM) policies, divisional internal control procedures, and International policies.
- Minimum Bachelors degree required.
- Financial analyst- within freight payment, procurement, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing background)
- Demonstrates strong teamwork and business partnership skills
- Ability to communicate clearly as well as influence through relaying complex data in simple terms.
- Knowledge and proficiency in systems, particularly Outlook,MS Excel, SAP, and Power BI experience is a plus
- Individual must be self-motivated, be able to work independently, and adjust priorities as needed.
Source : The Fountain Group