Financial Analyst III This position requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust to be considered. Assist the Western Area Power Administration Sierra Nevada Region's (WAPA SNR) Financial Management Department, with financial analyst support by serving on a team and analyzing, organizing, planning, and administering financial analysis using established procedures. All work shall be performed in accordance with the contract Statement of Work. Services provided under this task shall be in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for Financial Analyst III: $70,000 to $71,500. Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Financial Analyst III Responsibilities Include: * Perform financial studies and analysis for assigned workload requirements. * Perform complex tasks providing general or specialized analysis in various budget functions such as budget execution, cost verification, and coordination of cost corrections. * Perform advanced analysis of accounting and budget data to provide recommendations to the agency. * Prepare reconciliations resulting in preparing and recording adjusting accounting entries. * Prepare, analyze, and review financial statements, cost models, and reports. * Perform records and financial system research. * Perform backup Accountant duties and backup Accounts Payable duties. * Manage trust fund accounts and reimbursable agreements. * Process intra-government payment and collection transfers. * Prepare invoices for trust accounts and monthly fuel invoices * Calculate and prepare payment and refund documentation; journal entries, accruals and other miscellaneous financial transactions as needed. * Prepare monthly Accounts Payable accruals and quarterly credit card accruals * Follow established policies, guidelines, procedures, laws, and regulations to ensure quality. * Review trust and reimbursable contracts to ensure it follows financial guidance and policies. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Financial Analyst III Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: * Minimum 4 years of professional financial and budget experience. * Intermediate-Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (including vlookups , pivot tables, and creating macros) and Word and Adobe. * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. * Ability to determine the goals and objectives of the WAPA SNR customer and apply them to task performance in an excellent manner. * Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills. * Professional, reliable, strong attention to detail, and ability to concentrate. * Committed to meeting deadlines and performing work on a timely basis. * Strong customer service focus. * Ability to gather, relate, and compare data, and ensure data is reliable, accurate, and complete. * Ability to be dependable, work independently, and be a team player with a positive attitude. * Ability to work with diverse personality types. * Proactive, not reactive. In other words, be able to research the current situation/data, make forecasts for the future, and have a contingency plan. * Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal * This position requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust to be considered (DOE federal background). Company Information: Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI-SB1 Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Similar searchable job titles * Senior Financial Analyst * Lead Financial Analyst * Financial Planning and Analysis Manager * Finance Manager * Senior Budget Analyst Keywords * Senior * Financial Analysis * Manager * Budget * Lead Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.