Cost Analyst jobs in Sarasota, FL

The Accounting Analyst will have the ability to support corporate accounting policies, systems, and controls, and is responsible for providing financial data analysis support and assistance to department leadership and senior level team members. This position will also be responsible for providing systems support in the areas such as defining assets descriptions, reconciling data, and updating equipment transaction records, as well as evaluation of current software and lease agreements utilizing the appropriate Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements to search for existing applicable conforming agreements to be entered into related accounting software.

- Require general accounting experience of two (2) or more years with an associate degree in a business-related field, or an associate degree equivalent if attending a four-year school for obtaining a graduate degree. A high school diploma and five (5) or more years of relevant financial experience may substitute for required degree.

- Prefer proficiency in the advanced use of microcomputer spreadsheet, word processing and database software in a Windows environment (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Prefer demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Prefer a team player and self-starter who is accurate and detail-oriented.
- Prefer the ability to take initiative, work with little supervision and solve problems independently.
- Prefer proficiency in time management skills with the ability to prioritize a variety of duties.
- Prefer experience related to data and accounting information extraction from key terms of contracts.