Financial Analyst - Entry Level

Company: Robert Half
Location: West Des Moines
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Ref ID: 01761214Classification: Financial Analyst - Entry LevelCompensation: $15.00 to $19.00 hourlyIf you're looking for an entry-level role in the Des Moines, Iowa area with the opportunity to advance your career, we may have an opportunity for you! In this Financial Analyst role, you will provide daily support to the accounting and finance departments as well as perform routine assignments and solve routine/standard problems with limited discretion. The Financial Analyst role demands a flexible individual comfortable with large amounts of information and adept at managing expectations. Submit your application now and learn more about this exciting opportunity! This role is for candidates seeking a long-term temporary-to-full-time opportunity.Major responsibilities of the Financial Analyst

• Analyze actual results at the corporate and division levels
• Contribute to several aspects of the monthly/quarterly/annual close process (i.e. journal entries, account reconciliations, expense analysis, and trend analysis, variance analysis)
• Help internal and external auditors during financial and operational audits
• Be instrumental in the preparation of monthly financial reporting and other business data
• Guide the monitoring and maintenance of internal accounting controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley requirements
• Be able to clarify to non-financial staff members complicated financial subjects in special projects
• Be a factor in ensuring adequate controls and procedures
• Contribute in annual budgeting process
• Review vast amounts of data**If you are interested in the Entry Level - Financial Analyst position, apply today or contact us directly at **Job Requirements:
  • Less than one year of experience required
  • Background in problem solving through statistical analysis or with large data sets highly valued (such as in derivatives, structured finance, or business analytics or in a similarly demanding and analytical role)
  • Strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Sound written and verbal communication skills**If you are interested in the Entry Level - Financial Analyst position, apply today or contact us directly at **Accountemps, a Robert Half Company, matches skilled accounting and finance professionals with remote or on-site jobs on a temporary and temporary-to-hire basis. Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs. When you work with us, you're working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's "Most Admired Companies" every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes' inaugural list of America's Best Temporary Staffing Firms. Questions? Call your local office at 1.. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit for more information. -- 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( ).

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