Budget Analyst

As a key member of the finance team, the Budget Analyst will be responsible for effectively managing the financial operations of a Nonprofit Community Center. This role ensures that all financial activities are in compliance with funder and agency guidelines, while promoting transparency and accuracy in financial reporting. The Budget Analyst will also provide ongoing support for budgeting, forecasting, billing, and financial systems management.

Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and present monthly financial statements, variance reports, and forecasting processes that align with the organization's strategic goals and financial objectives.
• Analyze financial data, including monthly statements and variance reports (e.g., budget vs. actual), to provide actionable insights and guidance to program directors, ensuring budget adherence and optimal resource allocation.
• Lead complex financial analysis to develop and refine budgets, including responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), to ensure financial soundness and compliance with funding guidelines.

Grant Management and Compliance:

• Oversee the management of grants, ensuring all activities are within the scope of funder and agency guidelines.
• Reconcile and manage grant closeout functions as required by contracts administration and funding agencies, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Monitor program expenses and revenue billings, providing proactive solutions and budget modifications when necessary to ensure financial sustainability.
• Coordinate with contracts administration to ensure all reporting requirements (quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports) are met for grant closeout processes.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with program staff to develop and forecast budgets, ensuring alignment with the organization's financial goals.
• Prepare detailed financial forecasts, ensuring timely and accurate updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reviews of budget performance and recommend adjustments or strategic changes as needed.

Ad-Hoc Financial Support:

• Compile and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other data to determine the necessary financial resources for the successful implementation of programs.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports as required to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.

Audit and Compliance Support:

• Assist with the preparation for annual external audits, ensuring all financial records are accurate and compliant.
• Experience with the SEFA (Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards) is a plus.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• Proven experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and grant management within a nonprofit environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Experience with financial reporting, variance analysis, and financial forecasting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership, program staff, and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems, with the ability to adapt to new technologies as needed.

Compensation: $90,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.

#SONINY