Accounting Analyst II - Budget Accountant

Overview

CTG is seeking to fill an Accounting Analyst II – Budget Accountant position for our client.

Location: Richland, WA
Duration: 12 months

Duties:

• Execute month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries for accruals, reclassifications, and adjustments
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statement reporting and analysis
• Develop and monitor cost performance against budget; analyze variances and cost trends, and recommend corrective actions
• Provide monthly financial summaries and insights to supported managers and project teams
• Review and validate departmental year-end spending forecasts, ensuring alignment with historical trends and current commitments
• Perform detailed reconciliations and analytical reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Identify anomalies, trends, and key cost drivers; communicate findings and recommendations to management
• Continuously improve financial reporting processes, validation procedures, and templates
• Collaborate proactively with internal departments and external stakeholders to support business objectives

Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including handling large datasets and building complex financial models
• Strong understanding of accounting data relationships and financial statement flows (income statement, balance sheet, etc.)
• Ability to trace financial discrepancies to root causes and underlying drivers
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and accounting best practices
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to assess assumptions and validate financial estimates
• Proven ability to reconcile complex financial data and ensure reporting accuracy
• Experience with financial systems such as Workday Financials and reporting tools like Power BI (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to non-financial stakeholders
• High attention to detail with a focus on data validation and quality assurance
• Ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and function effectively both independently and within a team

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or budgeting in an industrial or large corporate environment
• Experience preparing and reviewing budget-to-actual reports, financial forecasts, and year-end projections
• Demonstrated experience evaluating cost trends, identifying variances, and supporting business decision-making
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and supporting operational departments

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and 5 years of relevant experience;
  OR
• Associate degree and 7 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial analysis, or budgeting

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Krista Eckard at Krista.Eckard@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $52.00 to $59.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.