Senior Financial Analyst- Ref 10-002

Asteres is seeking an experienced finance or accounting professional to support the Finance Department by preparing and coordinating financial documents, analyzing data and ensuring compliance. In addition, this position will coordinate the contracts administration process by preparing and administering client contracts under direction of the VP of International Sales and Corporate Contracts. The ideal candidate will have 5 -10 years of progressive accounting experience. Experience reviewing and drafting contracts is highly desirable, but not required. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communication skills and the ability to develop new and understand existing business structures. Knowledge of government contracting processes and regulations (FAR's and DFAR's) is desirable, but not required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepare all journal entries, reconciliations and consolidated financials
2. Prepare monthly financial statements
3. Prepare quarterly financial reporting package
4. Generate monthly variance reports
5. Analyze variances in monthly operating expenses to forecast/budget
6. Facilitate monthly/quarterly/annual budget variance meetings
7. Research complex issues
8. Familiar with reporting standards such as FAS 123R and SOP 9801 (capitalization of software)
9. Manage timely month-end close
10. Analyze all financial data and reconciliations
11. Revenue recognition
12. Track fixed assets including depreciation schedules
13. Provide comparative financials
14. Prepare commercial, military and hospital contracts and agreements for review, signature and execution
15. Maintain customer contract log and contracts in Salesforce.com
16. Maintain and update contract files (NDA's, amendments, etc.)
17. Review military and hospital proposals for compliance with Asteres terms of purchase
18. Respond to government solicitations for proposals
19. Ensure FAR compliance
20. Assist in managing outside consultants retained to assist in developing government business / contracts
21. May assist with facilities management

SPECIAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and comfortable learning new programs
2. Working knowledge of Great Plains
3. Knowledge of Salesforce.com preferred
4. Detail oriented with strong technical skills
5. Strong verbal and writing skills
6. Ability to understand (and develop) business models and structures
7. Broad knowledge of business terminology
8. Motivated team player with strong work ethic
9. Exceptional organizational skills
10. Proactive and results oriented

EDUCATION:
Bachelors Degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent) preferred, CPA desirable but not required.

Asteres is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you feel your profile would fit into our strategy, please feel free to contact us even if there are no current vacancies posted in this section. We use E-Verify and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

E-mail:  HR@Asteres.com

Mail: 
Human Resources
Asteres Inc.
4110 Sorrento Valley Blvd
San Diego, CA 92121