Budget Analyst

About the role

The Budget Analyst works under the direction of the Senior Budget Analyst and Director of Finance and will be responsible for reviewing and monitoring, collections and reporting on assigned government (Federal, State, County, City etc.) and foundation grants.

Responsibilities

• Review and be familiar with assigned contracts - especially the financial section.
• Prepare reports for assigned departments’ grant budgets and ensure they are updated in the accounting system and any other designated locations.
• Prepare grant budget actual report each month, monitor variances, and present information to program staff regularly.
• Prepare departments’ grant billings by established deadlines and ensure that billing is accurate, timely, and adheres to contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain staff allocations data in collaboration with other finance staff and programs.
• Reconcile deferred revenue, grant receivable accounts and support with collections to minimize old outstanding items.
• Prepare monthly financial analysis reports according to required timelines.
• Prepare budget modifications and new grant budget preparation as applicable.
• Support with grant audit and fiscal compliance as assigned by funding portfolio.
• Keep abreast of laws and regulations that impact the assigned work.
• Adhere to department and organizational standards, policies and procedures.
• Be a team member of the finance department and support other departments’ staff as needed.
• Uphold CRCD’s Mission Statement and 5 Year Strategic Plan.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in accounting, business, or related field. In lieu of degree, substantial applicable experience may be substituted.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience or education in accounting or related field.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Understanding of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with ability to create formulas in excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced College courses in accounting or related field of studies.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in the Non-Profit Industry.

Benefits

CRCD is in the top 10% for excellent benefits for non-profits with an array of benefits available including:

• 14 Paid Holidays
• On-Demand training memberships to bolster professional development
• Dental/Vision/ 85% employer-paid & 40% dependent paid Medical Insurance
• 401k eligibility from day one & up to 3% matching after one year
• 529 Educational Savings Plan from Principle
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Accident & Hospital Indemnity
• Whole life insurance with cash benefits
• Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services
• Discount pet insurance through ASPCA
• Generous work/life balance