The Finance Analyst is responsible for assisting in preparation, coordination, and documentation of financial planning and analysis.
Assists in the preparation of forecasts and analysis of trends.
Assists in financial forecasting, reporting, and reconciliation of internal accounts.
Compiles, verifies, and analyzes financial information so Senior Management has accurate and timely information to make strategic and operational decisions.
Serves as a liaison among Finance Directors and Accounting Dept on fiscal related concerns when balancing grants/ budgets.
Supports the Annual Federal Budget Process: preparation of workpapers, schedules, narratives, and budget submission.
Conducts reconciliation of Budget to Actuals reports, Trial Balance reports, and PMS Cash reports in preparation of federal filing submissions.
Prepares and incorporates all Budget imports into accounting software.
Compiles work papers that are utilized for Reforecasts and Budgeting cycles.
Conducts quarterly Non-Federal Share reviews with Finance Directors and communicates deficits to corresponding parties.
Prepares Non-Federal Share waivers and One Time Funding requests as required.
Maintains and assists with departmental databases utilized by internal partners (i.e., VenaVENA, Tableau, etc.).
Works directly with consultants / vendors on report design as needed.
Works on moderately complex financial modeling.
Participates in assigned meetings, events and training as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Finance or Accounting.
Minimum of 3 years experience in Finance, Accounting or Financial Planning and Analysis experience; or similar function with analytical responsibilities.
Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and functions.
Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.
Exhibit Project management skills.
Demonstrates strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated computer literacy skills, especially using Google Suite apps, spreadsheets, basic data management systems and internet navigation.
Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Vlookups, formulas, pivot tables; comfortable using large data sets and translating into Financial Models/Analysis.
Ability to learn new systems quickly.
Ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Must be honest, dependable, and able to meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial forecastingfinancial analysisbudget preparationreconciliationfinancial modelingdata managementanalytical skillsattention to detailVlookupspivot tables

Soft Skills

project managementstrong analytical skillseffective communicationdependabilityself-motivationindependenceinterpersonal skillsattention to detail

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in Accounting