Business Analyst

About the Role

The Business Analyst role supports the financial activities of a large school construction program in Monterey Park, CA, serving as a visible, high‑impact position that helps shape the educational future of the Los Angeles community. The position offers ample opportunity to engage with and influence both internal teams and external vendors. • Serve as subject‑matter expert for department systems, integration, and implementation projects. • Reconcile financial accounts and reports, identifying and resolving discrepancies. • Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and analyses, addressing issues. • Manage accruals, journal entries, debit/credit memos, and related approval routing. • Approve and release invoices according to accounting procedures. • Review vendor files and supporting documentation for payments; liaise with construction and professional services vendors. • Assist in general contractor payment analysis. • Collaborate with accounting and other departments on bond compliance and related assignments. • Evaluate bond compliance for accounting, reporting, and invoice payments.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸systems integration
• ▸account reconciliation
• ▸financial reporting
• ▸accrual management
• ▸invoice approval
• ▸vendor management

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field. • 3‑5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related areas. • Experience with enterprise or accounting systems and historical trend analysis. • Ability to create and analyze monthly financial reports. • Strong independent and team work capabilities in fast‑paced environments. • Effective communication and presentation skills at all organizational levels. • Intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Ability to lead projects to successful conclusion. • Prior experience with Costpoint or Proliance software preferred. • Prior construction‑industry experience preferred.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸3-5 years
• ▸costpoint
• ▸excel
• ▸financial reporting
• ▸project lead

Benefits

The full‑time salary range for this role is $75,000 – $100,000 per year, with compensation determined by experience, skills, and client requirements. In addition to base pay, Cumming Group provides a comprehensive benefits package. • Medical, dental, and vision insurance. • 401(k) plan with matching contributions. • Paid time off and paid holidays. • Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. • Employee Assistance Program.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time