Oriental Bank

Analyst, Finance and Accounting (General Accounting)

Oriental Bank Río Piedras, Puerto Rico, United States

Banking · 51-200 employees

Yesterday
Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The analyst supports managerial accounting, financial reporting, and business analytics initiatives across multiple business units. Responsibilities include managing month-end close activities, developing KPI dashboards, and conducting financial analyses to support leadership decision-making.

What they look for

Financial reporting Managerial accounting Business analytics Month-end close KPI reporting Data visualization Financial analysis Microsoft Excel Workday Accounting standards Cost accounting Profitability analysis Power BI Power Query Technical accounting Process improvement

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and have at least two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong knowledge of accounting principles and GAAP are required.

Full description

The Finance & Accounting Analyst supports managerial accounting, financial reporting, and business analytics initiatives across multiple business units and subsidiaries. This role is responsible for supporting month-end close activities, preparing accounting analyses, evaluating transactions and allocations, developing KPI reporting, and creating dashboards and reporting solutions that help leaders make informed business decisions. The position also assists with technical accounting research, accounting policy implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Hybrid position based in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll help bridge accounting, financial reporting, and business analytics by:

  • Supporting month-end and beginning-of-month close activities for assigned subsidiaries.
  • Managing accounting activities and financial reporting processes for multiple business entities.
  • Reviewing accounting transactions, accruals, allocations, reserves, and classifications to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Preparing journal entries, accounting adjustments, and reclassifications when necessary.
  • Performing profitability analysis and managerial reporting that provide valuable business insights.
  • Conducting financial, operational, cost, and KPI analyses requested by business partners and leadership teams.
  • Researching and interpreting accounting standards, technical accounting guidance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluating the impact of new accounting standards and recommending appropriate actions.
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls aligned with GAAP.
  • Developing reporting solutions, dashboards, and data visualizations that support decision-making.
  • Supporting Workday reporting initiatives and dashboard development efforts.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify risks, streamline processes, and improve data quality.
  • Helping design and maintain managerial accounting structures that strengthen business performance reporting.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve reporting efficiency through automation, standardization, and analytics.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of accounting, finance, or financial reporting experience.
  • Strong accounting knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.
  • Experience conducting financial analysis and interpreting complex financial information.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including analytical modeling, reporting, and data analysis.
  • Experience preparing accounting analyses, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.

Preferred Strengths

  • Experience in Managerial Accounting, Cost Accounting, or Profitability Analysis.
  • Workday reporting experience.
  • Power BI, Power Query, or dashboard development experience.
  • Public accounting experience.
  • CPA designation or CPA-track candidate.
  • Experience supporting accounting process improvement or change management initiatives.
  • Ability to transform financial and accounting data into actionable business insights.
  • Experience presenting business findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

WORK AUTHORIZATION & ELEGIBILITY:

  • Legally authorized to work in the US is required. This position is of indefinite duration and requires candidates to have permanent or ongoing work authorization.
  • Employee is responsible for maintaining eligible work authorization throughout his tenure with the organization.

Oriental is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/Affirmative Action for Veterans/Workers with Disabilities)

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