Financial Reporting Analyst

Job Description:

Operating as a key member of the financial reporting function, preparing and analyzing monthly and quarterly financial results as compiled in the company’s internal reporting package for management.  Assisting in the preparation of certain disclosures and supporting schedules used in external reporting on SEC filing forms (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) as well as preparing accompanying tie-outs for assigned sections. Assisting with the preparation of the company’s quarterly earnings press release and presentation. Responsible for coordinating and tracking support from regions and other teams used in the preparation of internal financial package and SEC filings, working to streamline and shorten the analysis and reporting cycle. Supporting other special projects and ad hoc requests as needed.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Tasks

• Performing analysis and review of transactions and financial data (i.e. financial variance and flux analysis)
• Compiling a monthly revenues package and related revenues analysis;
• Preparing the company’s P&L related schedules and disclosures (i.e. segment reporting, income statement, results of operations, revenues disclosures)
• Drafting of the quarterly earnings press release and assisting with earnings/investor presentations;
• Prepare and maintain adequate documentation of work processes, workpapers and robust tie-outs to support the financial reporting function, including timely and accurate preparation and filing of the Company’s quarterly and annual financial statements, and other SEC filings (Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.);
• Conduct financial studies and analyses into regional and P&L performance as requested by management and further improve the quality of information collected for the internal financial reporting package and overall analysis process;
• Working closely with the company’s ESG team to compile the annual Sustainability Report and responsible for tying out the report to ensure accuracy of information included;
• Work closely with the Business, Corporate Accounting, Global Financial Services, Treasury, Legal, Tax, and Decision Support functions to ensure the quality, accuracy and consistency of the financial data provided;
• Work effectively across the Company’s functional organizations. Promote effective communication and coordination across groups, both internal and external to the Finance function, to improve efficiency and achieve desired results;
• Documenting the internal and parts of the external financial reporting process and supporting the creation of a process/procedures manual
• Provide support to external auditors in annual audits and quarterly reviews;
• Assist in the maintenance of internal control compliance as it relates to required financial controls and disclosures;
• Perform other ad hoc job duties and projects as needed.

PERSON SPECIFICATION: (minimum education requirements, key skills and experience)

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required;
• Big 4 or other accounting firm experience is a plus (but not required);
• 3+ years of experience with financial analysis, financial reporting, corporate accounting or finance with publicly traded company;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required;
• Possess and maintain working knowledge of U.S. GAAP;
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a global matrix environment with proven capability to gain commitment and coordinated action for initiatives, including maintaining effective working relationships across the company;
• Excellent workload prioritization, time management, and project management skills with practical experience managing deadlines;
• Experience and knowledge in SEC reporting and SOX requirements preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to successfully and simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meet multiple deadlines;
• Highly collaborative, works with all stakeholders to deliver results, keep others informed and shows initiative;
• Workiva Wdesk and OneStream experience preferred (huge plus);
• Experience with financial ERP systems / applications such as SAP preferred;
• Strong computer literacy including MS office products, especially Excel and PowerPoint required;
• Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, honesty, and personal integrity;

Bristow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.