Thompson Consulting Services is a full-service emergency response, disaster recovery and grant management consultancy with over four decades of experience responding to some of the most devastating incidents to impact the United States. Primarily serving state and local government agencies that have been impacted by natural disasters, we have assisted our clients with the recovery of more than $4.5 billion in federal funding.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Financial Specialist to join our team. The Financial Specialist will be responsible for performing cost analyses, reconciliation audits, prepare budget reports and evaluate current accounting trends. You should also advise our senior management team on potential strategic decisions in alignment with business objectives and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost analyses
• Participate in regular reconciliation audits and recommend corrective financial action plan
• Generate A/R invoices ensuring contractual compliance.
• Receive and verify incoming bills, log into accounting system ensuring proper job costing accounting, and ensure timely payment.
• Manage audits for state UIC, insurances, etc.
• Participate in regular audits and recommend corrective financial action plans
• Advise our senior management team on financial planning
• Create forecast models based on current and past financial results

Requirements and skills

• Proven work experience as a Financial Specialist, Financial Analyst or relevant role
• Accounting Degree or background, with minimum 3 year experience preferred.
• Strong MSOffice skills: MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with management and staff and customer relations.
• Familiarity with finance and statistical analysis software

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person