Accounting Clerk

Summit Technology Services has a contract opportunity for an Accounting Clerk in Houston, TX Job ID S-BH31492 Scope of Work: Finance Analyst Contractor (Entry-Level) 1. Position Overview The Finance Analyst Contractor will provide foundational support to the FP&A and Supply Chain Finance teams. This is a beginning position designed to build skills in financial analysis, reporting, and data visualization. The contractor will gain exposure to enterprise systems and processes, with the potential to transition into a permanent role as a future team replacement. 1. Objectives • Support FP&A in budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking. • Assist Supply Chain Finance with cost analysis and reporting. • Develop reports in Excel and Power BI for financial analysis. • Gain exposure to enterprise financial systems (Anaplan, Oracle, Visual CFin). • Build readiness for a permanent role within the finance team. 1. Scope of Services The Finance Analyst Contractor will: • FP&A Support o Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. o Support scenario modeling and performance tracking. • Supply Chain Finance Support o Help track supply chain costs (freight, inventory, procurement). o Prepare reports to monitor supply chain KPIs. • Financial Reporting & Analysis o Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages. o Provide ad hoc analysis under guidance from senior team members. • Excel & Power BI Development o Use formulas, pivot tables, and charts to analyze large datasets. o Build and maintain basic financial models. o Develop Power BI dashboards with guidance, learning DAX and visualization best practices. 1. Deliverables • Monthly FP&A and Supply Chain Finance support reports. • Quarterly forecast updates and variance analysis. • Excel-based models and reporting tools. • Power BI dashboards for team use. 1. Contractor Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, large dataset handling). • Basic Power BI knowledge with willingness to learn advanced features. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication and teamwork abilities. 🔹 Nice-to-Have / Exposure Opportunities • Familiarity with Anaplan for financial planning. • Exposure to Oracle Financials for enterprise reporting. • Awareness of Visual CFin for consolidation and financial close processes. • Familiarity with Asteryx as a planning tool. 1. Duration & Engagement • Contract term: [e.g., 6–12 months, renewable based on performance]. • Expected workload: [e.g., 30–40 hours per week]. • Reporting line: Reports to Finance Manager. • Future Opportunity: Candidate may be considered for permanent placement within FP&A or Supply Chain Finance teams if a position is available. 1. Performance Metrics • Accuracy and timeliness of reports. • Demonstrated growth in Excel and Power BI skills. • Contribution to FP&A and Supply Chain Finance deliverables. • Ability to learn and adapt to enterprise systems. Send your current resume Visit us: www.summit-tsi.com