Senior Financial Analyst

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst for a contract opportunity with our client in Plano, Texas. Must be bilingual in Korean and English.

Overview

The senior financial analyst will support budgeting, forecasting, month-end closing, financial reporting, investment planning, vendor invoice processing, and budget reconciliation. This role is fully onsite and requires collaboration with finance, administrative, environmental, health and safety, information technology, security, human resources, and other cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the yearly organizational budget plan, including plan-versus-actual and forecast analysis by general ledger and expense factors.
• Perform detailed month-end closing expense analysis by general ledger and prepare monthly financial reports for management.
• Prepare month-end closing expense forecasts for up to six months and provide accurate data for monthly financial reporting.
• Maintain positive business relationships with finance and accounting counterparts.
• Process vendor invoice submissions through designated financial systems.
• Analyze variances between the business plan and actual results by general ledger.
• Support internal and external teams with research and development tax credit preparation.
• Set up yearly investment plans and support purchasing, vendor registration, invoice clearing, and depreciation expense analysis.
• Prepare financial reports related to labor, outsourcing, travel, entertainment, low-value assets, and other expenses.
• Submit or support department requests related to low-value assets, samples, repairs, construction, lost property, and immigration matters.
• Prepare financial reports for department leaders, customers, and headquarters representatives.
• Coordinate with financial management teams to identify and reconcile budget discrepancies and request reclassifications as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including administrative, environmental, health and safety, information technology, and security teams.
• Lead and coordinate office space planning with department managers, including office moves, additions, and changes.
• Manage weekly and monthly resource headcount reporting for financial reports.
• Support and follow up on third-party vendor new-hire approvals and termination requests.
• Direct the preparation of financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and forecasts of future earnings and expenses.
• Prepare special reports required by regulatory authorities.
• Direct organizational budgets to support financial goals.
• Oversee investment funds, associated risks, and cash management activities.
• Support capital-raising strategies and credit administration activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related financial discipline.
• Fluency in Korean and English.
• Experience with financial software and office productivity applications.
• Accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, presentations, word processing, email, and financial systems.
• Ability to summarize task progress and results in reports for management.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently without regular direct supervision.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow up on project tasks and report promptly to management.
• Strong verbal and written communication, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles, financial markets, and financial data reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven to 10 years of accounting experience.
• Advanced degree in a financial discipline.