Budget Analyst

at  Coalition for Responsible Community Development

Description:
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. The Budget Analyst must work with the responsible department/program staff to ensure grant spending is appropriate according to grant contract and be familiar with all laws and regulations including the Uniform Grants Guidance as well as nonprofit accounting principles such as restricted funds accounting. The Budget Analyst is gaining or attaining a full proficiency in a specific area of discipline within the job and is responsible for the day-to-day input for the Grants billing Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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
• Strong research and analytical skills
• 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

• 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.
• Support supervisor by maintaining 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
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