FINANCIAL ANALYST - AUDIT & COMPLIANCE

The APWU Health Plan is seeking a Financial Analyst – Audit & Compliance to join our Finance and Administration Division. This position coordinates, supports and oversees all aspects of external financial, operational and regulatory audits to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, contractual requirements, and government regulations.

Primary Accountabilities

• Monitors accounting policies, procedures and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and regulatory changes.
• Manages the accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities for the Employee Staff Pension Plan, Management Staff Pension Plan, Health and Welfare Trust, Life Insurance Plan and Health Insurance Plan.
• Prepares and records journal entries related to the Federal Plan, the Pension Plans, and Post-Retirement Benefit Plans.
• Prepares bank, investment and account reconciliations for the and Pension Plans, and the Health and Welfare Trust.
• Completes financial statements for the Pension Plans and the Health and Welfare Trust.
• Reviews proposed audit adjustments, reclassifications and findings; assists in evaluating recommendations and coordinating responses with external auditors.
• Monitors the status of audit findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans to ensure timely resolution and compliance with established deadlines.
• Provides back-up support to the Staff Accountant II and the Senior Staff Accountant for Payroll and A/P, respectively.
• Administers plan personnel policies/CBA accurately and equitably.
• Updates unit procedures on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent combination of accounting coursework and experience
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in audit, accounting, or in a governmental accounting position.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS) and governmental accounting experience is desirable.
• Must be capable of obtaining/maintaining government clearance through OPM.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products; Ability to learn new software programs.