Junior Financial Analyst

Job Description

Junior Financial Analyst

Company: CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. (promoted by Lensa)

Category: Finance

Main Location: United States, California, Los Angeles (preferred)

Alternate Location(s): United States, California, San Diego

Employment Type: Full Time

Position ID: J0326-0604

Position Summary

CGI is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to join its team. This role is ideal for a Finance professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will work with forecasting, budgeting, and operational/financial accounting concepts, contributing to impactful business decisions. This position offers an outstanding opportunity for career growth, skill expansion, and professional development within CGI.

Key Responsibilities & Impact

As a Junior Financial Analyst, you will collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior CGI leadership, providing financial insights that drive performance and strategy. Your responsibilities will encompass full life-cycle project accounting and financial support, including:

• Managing project accounting from setup to closeout.
• Performing revenue recognition and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Preparing and processing client billing and invoicing.
• Conducting financial analysis to track performance metrics and highlight key trends.
• Supporting vendor management and contract-related financial oversight.
• Building and maintaining financial models and reports in Microsoft Excel.
• Acting as a trusted advisor by providing strategic insights and proactively raising issues in a fast-paced environment.

Typical Day-to-Day Responsibilities

A typical day in this role may include:

• Managing and maintaining financial data for 6-8 separate client programs, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all accounts.
• Reviewing project financials with Project Managers to ensure budgets and forecasts are on track.
• Updating and reconciling financial data in Excel and ERP systems.
• Preparing and submitting monthly revenue recognition entries.
• Drafting and processing client invoices while ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Analyzing variances against budget/forecast and presenting findings to leadership.
• Responding to ad-hoc financial data requests from leadership or project teams.
• Coordinating with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing or contract issues.
• Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas for process improvement.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related analytical roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of technical accounting principles and corporate finance practices.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, financial modeling, complex formulas).
• Experience with financial reporting and analytics tools.
• Familiarity with invoicing, contracts, and revenue recognition processes.
• Knowledge of ERP or accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) preferred.

Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Proven track record of delivering creative solutions and driving process improvements.

Soft Skills & Work Style

• Highly adaptable and comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous, and rapidly changing environments.
• Strong independent work ethic with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to take on multiple roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Finance & Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Analysis

Compensation & Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this role in the U.S. is $68,100.00 – $119,200.00. Compensation decisions are dependent on various factors including skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and certifications.

CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

Life at CGI

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging. As a CGI Partner, you are invited to be an owner from day one, actively shaping the company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value by developing innovative solutions and building relationships, leveraging global capabilities, and embracing new opportunities. You will be supported by leaders who care about your well-being and provide opportunities for skill development and career growth within one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CGI is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Some background investigations may include a credit check, dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements.

For individuals needing accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com and reference the Position ID.

CGI is committed to supporting veterans and transitioning service members. For more information, visit the CGI veterans site.