Nonprofit Financial/Business Analyst

Company: WestCoast Children's Clinic
Location: Oakland
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionWestCoast Children's Clinic is seeking a Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis, tracking, and projections for the agency's various cost centers.The Financial Analyst will prepare and track multiple budgets for restricted and unrestricted funds, understand program and project spending fluctuations, and prepare financial and compliance reporting documents. This position will also provide oversight for budgeting and reporting system (Adaptive Insights), including administration, training, and further development.Key Responsibilities:Prepare annual operating budgets, as well as contract and grant proposals and final cost reportsParticipate in monthly and quarterly financial close and reporting activities, create and update monthly forecasts (including P, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow), and provide variance analysisPrepare budget projections, including scenario analysis planning to guide organizational decision making and to maximize use of contracts/fundingProvide accurate and meaningful monthly expense allocations based on historical information and contract goalsPerform analysis across cost centers to identify spending trends and share those analyses with stakeholdersPerform ad hoc financial analyses as requested by the Director of FinanceProvide guidance and oversight related to the use of Budgeting and Forecasting systemsSupport the annual audit and tax preparation, as requiredCross-train in other accounting functions and provide support to the Finance department as neededAdditional duties may include special projects and/or additional duties requested by the Director of FinanceQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 5 years experience in accounting, preferably in the non-profit sector.Three years of financial analysis experienceExperience with computerized accounting ledger systems, preferably Abila MIP.Experience with Payroll systems.Proficiency with Budgeting & Reporting systems, preference given to those with Adaptive Insights experienceCompetencies (skills, abilities, and knowledge):Solid understanding of general ledger, payroll, and fixed asset systemsThorough knowledge of all aspects of the accounting cycle and accounting rules (GAAP/FASB).Excellent organizational, time management and follow-up skills; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines under pressureExcellent written and oral communication skills; proven ability to clearly communicate complex financial concepts to a non-financial leaders within the organizationSuperior analytical and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of unrestricted and restricted revenue sourcesAbility to gather and analyze data in order to produce reports and make improvement recommendationsAdvanced MS Excel skills and financial modeling and familiarity with accounting softwareExperience in Adaptive Insights Budgeting & Forecasting Software and/or ability to learnAbility to work independently with a high degree of accuracyExcellent financial and analytical skills; strong attention to detailProficiency with multiple accounting software packages and flexibility to learn new packages Position details and compensation:This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Finance. Salary starting at $80,000+/year, and includes annual performance-based compensation, comprehensive benefits package and 403(b) plan.Why work here?-Be part of a compassionate, driven team that is social justice-focused: We have Staff Affinity Groups such as Staff of Color, LGBTQ+, Equity and Inclusion, Health and Wellness, and more!-Make a difference for the Bay Area's most vulnerable populations: We serve hundreds of vulnerable kids and their families each year to create positive changes in their lives!-Access a growth-oriented learning community: As a Joint Commission Accredited agency, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, and offer extensive clinical trainings and seminars led by field experts. We also offer:Competitive pay commensurate with experienceAnnual incentive compensation and retirement plan contribution100% Employer paid medical (base plan, Kaiser HMO), dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage for full-time employeesVariety of medical plan options including a variety of carriers and types of plans403b retirement plan with ROTH and 403b contribution optionsFlex-spending options - Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans20 days paid time off per year (equivalent to 4 weeks), 11 Paid Holidays, plus Self-Care Leave (additional PTO accrual with increased years of service)WCC is passionate about leading and encouraging open conversations around race, gender, power, and privilege, and how these impact community mental health. Our staff affinity groups include Staff of Color Council, LGBTQ Staff Group, White Accountability Group, and Equity and Inclusion Council.We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diminishing the influence of privilege and discrimination in our field and our workplace, whether due to differences concerning age, citizenship, color, disability, marital or parental status, race, religion, gender or sexual orientation.

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