Senior Financial Operations Specialist

Job Title: Senior Financial Operations Specialist

We are seeking a Senior Financial Operations Specialist to collaborate with our finance and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance related to settlement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries and reconciliations prepared by junior and staff accountants, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare complex journal entries, including accruals, allocations, and correcting entries, ensuring proper portfolio maintenance.
• Perform advanced balance sheet account reconciliations, conduct in-depth variance analysis, and escalate risks when necessary.
• Analyze and report financial statement variances, providing clear and concise insights to the accounting and finance management team.
• Ensure all financial transactions and records adhere to GAAP, SOX, and federal and state regulations, as well as company policies.
• Act as a liaison with internal departments and external auditors, providing financial insights and supporting audit requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Work closely with business partners, operations teams, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and efficient financial reporting.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior and staff accountants, assisting in professional development and issue resolution.

Projects, Process Optimization & Technology Enhancements

• Contribute to the automation and enhancement of accounting processes, supporting system integrations and efficiency improvements.
• Assist with financial system upgrades, participating in SIT, SAT/UAT testing, and post-mortem discussions to ensure smooth transitions.
• Participate in corporate special projects, including process automation, system migrations, and data integrity enhancements.
• Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), onboarding documentation, and variance logs.
• Identify operational inefficiencies in reconciliation and reporting workflows, proposing and implementing data-driven solutions.
• Participate in interdepartmental projects, committees, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives.
• Assist management in tracking project milestones, dependencies, and issue resolution logs to ensure timely completion of financial projects.

Regulatory Compliance, Safeguarding & Audit Support

• Ensure accounting records and financial reports comply with safeguarding, data protection, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with industry regulations.
• Support compliance training efforts to ensure internal teams understand financial controls, policies, and regulatory expectations.
• Monitor and assess compliance changes affecting accounting, settlement processes, and reporting systems, providing recommendations for necessary updates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or accountancy
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, including staff and senior-level responsibilities
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience in analyzing financial variances, reconciling accounts, and reviewing financial statements
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex financial discrepancies
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, and financial reporting systems
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet strict deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure financial accuracy and integrity

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