Our client, a government organization in Oakland, is looking for a talented Senior Financial Analyst to join their team on a 6-month contract basis.  Ideal candidates should have experience handling challenging to advanced professional-level tasks across various areas, including budgeting, finance, payroll, and treasury. They will be expected to provide recommendations based on thorough studies and analysis.  The pay is between $50.00 - $60.00 per hour.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

• Reconcile reported data with the general ledger and address discrepancies.
• Audit, analyze, and adjust accounts, payroll entries, and inventory records.
• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and tax filings.
• Develop financial forecasts, cost estimates, and budget recommendations.
• Maintain and improve accounting systems, data accuracy, and filing practices.
• Analyze and summarize budgetary and financial data for management and board review.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance to clerical staff and lower-level analysts.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal teams and external officials.

QUALIFICATIONS:
 

• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
• Three years progressively responsible professional experience in accounting, finance, budgeting, including three years’ experience in the development and use of financial or budgeting systems and reports, financial analysis, and other aspects of accounting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 

• May be tasked with lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs., if able to do so.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for moderate periods of time.
• Must be able to bend at the knees and waist frequently
• Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and a computer mouse and keyboard.

All employment is contingent on candidates providing at least two positive professional references from prior managers.
We are looking for local candidates only.  U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.
To apply for this position please visit our website at www.PsiNapse.com, and click on “Looking for Work”.
Thank you for your interest. Please understand that only qualified candidates will receive a response.
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