Financial Analyst

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing financial support and oversight for the implementation of project activities, preparing and monitoring budgets, analyzing accounts, and generating timely financial reports to support program staff while ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the development of budgets by preparing, monitoring, and forecasting expenditures and future spending.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, purchase orders, expense reimbursements/advances, and subcontractor/vendor invoices ensuring timely and accurate submission to the internal finance office.
• Develop, review and track Subcontracts, Letters of Agreement and Facility Agreements, communicating with subcontractors, vendors, and customers to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
• Conduct budget meetings to analyze costs, project future expenditures, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts by identifying discrepancies and collaborating with staff to implement corrective actions.
• Develop and amend budgets for new and ongoing projects while reviewing subcontracts, contracts, and agreements.
• Serve as a financial liaison with internal finance offices to ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Research, prepare, and verify financial data to provide recommendations that support decision-making.
• Provide guidance on expense tracking, travel reimbursements, and financial policies in conjunction with program staff.
• Maintain confidentiality, uphold a high level of professionalism, and foster positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Represent the best interests of MPHI at all times.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0-3 years of experience in financial data management, budget preparation, and account reconciliation.
• Minimum 2-3 years post-degree professional experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills to support reporting and financial analysis.

Skills and Characteristics

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate financial data management.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices to support strategic decision-making.
• Exhibit effective communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate financial information to diverse stakeholders.
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges and adjust to evolving priorities.
• Proactively prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members while maintaining a high level of professionalism and integrity.
• Apply strong critical thinking, curiosity and initiative to independently work through financial issues, identify solutions and proactively seek guidance when needed.
• Develop and adhere to structured workflows to produce, validate and cross-check financial data, ensuring work is complete, accurate and timely.

Pay

$59,212 - $69,574

Work Location

Remote - In-Office Meetings Required. Must work and live in the state of Michigan.

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to exchange accurate information.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Constantly observes details at close range.
• Frequently remains in a stationary position.
• Occasionally moves about inside an office.
• Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This job is performed in an indoor office environment and involves regular use of computers and other standard office equipment. The work environment may include limited exposure to moderate noise levels. May require travel.