Financial Analyst

August 23

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We support early-stage science- and technology-based inventors driven to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

Early stage • catalytic funding • Business/venture development expertise • Network facilitation • Thought leadership in entreprenurship education

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Description

• We are seeking a skilled Financial Analyst with experience in the nonprofit sector and a solid background in accounting to join our team. • The ideal candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, analyzing financial data, preparing detailed reports, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting to support our organization’s mission. • You will work closely with various departments to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance with regulations. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in accounting principles, and a passion for nonprofit work are essential. • Support the monitoring and tracking of departmental and organizational budgets • Collaborate with team members to review budget variances and provide input on necessary changes • Assist with updating presentation material for board decks • Support senior analysts by compiling data and developing preliminary recommendations to enhance resource allocation and support organizational goals • Assist Senior Analyst in various financial planning processes, including but not limited to: • Preparing and analyzing financial reports, including monthly budget vs. actuals • Preparing annual budget • Understanding and planning headcount hours • Monthly and quarterly forecast updates • Ad hoc analysis as needed by internal stakeholders • Prepare and present detailed monthly budget vs. actual reports to VPs and Directors, providing insights and analysis on financial performance and variances • Work with internal teams to support new grant proposals as needed • Gather and verify financial information required for grant applications • Assist in analyzing and improving existing financial workflows by gathering data, identifying inefficiencies, and recommending enhancements in collaboration with senior analysts and other departments • Assist in gathering information and collaborate with other departments to enhance and streamline current workflows • Enter and maintain financial data in finance systems and databases • Update financial forecasts in systems monthly by gathering and consolidating information from departmental meetings • Support team members in maintaining accuracy with monthly forecasts and projections, and assist with updating the finance system to reflect current data • Provide additional financial assistance and support as requested to ensure effective decision-making and project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or Accounting required. • 5+ years of Finance or Accounting experience required. • Knowledge of nonprofit/fund accounting, federal contracts, cooperative agreements and grants management is required. • Experience in assisting with budgets and projecting indirect cost rates. • High degree of digital fluency using cloud-based office tools such as GSuite, CRM’s, team collaboration tools, and other web-based applications; ability to incorporate these tools into day-to-day work. • Ability to use data to develop charts and graphs in Excel (using advanced functions) and create Powerpoint presentations. • Experience in multi-year forecasts involving headcount budgeting allocated to a large number of cost centers. • Ability to succeed and thrive in an environment with vying priorities and deadlines. • Self-starter with proven attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. • Excellent interpersonal skills, great communication, and the ability to work with internal stakeholders. • Interest in learning about issues around diversity, equity, and inclusion, and applying those learnings to foster an inclusive workplace motivated by equitable practices and a sense of belonging for all staff.

Benefits

• An attractive and equitable compensation package, including: • Salary range of $80-95K commensurate with experience and internal equity • 403(b) plan with 200% match up to a maximum contribution from VentureWell of 10% when the employee puts it 5% (eligible after one year of service for the match) • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • $1,000 home office stipend upon hire • A true focus on work-life balance with work weeks that reflect that • It’s our aim for our employees in this position to not work more than a 40-hour workweek • 20 paid vacation days • 12 paid holidays • 12 paid wellness days