Junior Financial Analyst

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Junior Financial Analyst
Category: Finance
Main location: United States, California, Los Angeles
Alternate Location(s): United States, California, San Diego
Position ID: J0226-2508
Employment Type: Full Time
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Position Description
CGI is seeking a Junior Financial Analyst to join our CGI team!
This position can be performed in either our CGI office in Los Angeles, CA (preferred) or San Diego, CA.
Are you a Finance professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working with forecasting, budgeting, and operational/financial accounting concepts while contributing to impactful business decisions? If so, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career with CGI.
Collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior CGI leadership to provide financial insights that drive performance and strategy. You'll be encouraged to expand your skills, explore emerging technologies (including AI), and pursue professional development opportunities that support your long-term career progression within CGI.
Your Future Duties And Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact
In this role, you will be responsible for 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 raising issues proactively in a fast-paced environment
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
What You'll Bring
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
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
Other Information
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $68,100.00 - $119,200.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

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
Skills

Analytical Thinking
Finance & Accounting
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
What You Can Expect From Us
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their 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 to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.
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