What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Analyst position at Encompass Community Services?
About Us:
At Encompass Community Services we provide our community with a wide range of services related to family & social well-being, early childhood education, behavioral health, housing and more. Every day through these services we work to make health, education and housing more equitable for all people in Santa Cruz County. For more than 50 years, our work has touched generations by helping people have access to education, rebuild relationships, restore their health and regain dignity.
Summary:
The Financial Analyst is responsible for developing and monitoring program budgets, FTE and cost allocations, verifying expenses and documentation for compliance with funding guidelines and regulatory requirements, and working with Encompass program staff to ensure fiscal accountability and performance. As a member of the Fiscal and Analysis team, the Financial Analyst also assists with developing processes and systems to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of grant and contract administration and reporting.
Responsibilities:
-Develop program and administrative budgets, reconcile budgets with program/operational work plans
-Work with Program Managers to prepare and submit budget modifications and proposals to funding entities
-Compare budgeted to actual expenses on a monthly basis and keep Administrative and Program Managers apprised of variances
-Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports, including numeric and evaluative assessments of performance
-Provide Program staff with technical assistance related to budgeting, contract administration and financial reporting
-Review funding proposals and contracts for clarity, accuracy and completeness
-Prepare invoices and requests for reimbursement in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements
–Ensure grant and contract revenue is correctly recorded in the accounting system and reconciles with the General Ledger
-Review, process, and monitor completion of contract performance reporting
-Ensure contract files are up-to-date, audit-ready and contain all required documentation, including but not limited to: proposal, contract, amendments, reports and correspondence
-Assist with the development and implementation new business processes and workflows
Qualifications:
- 1 years' experience or education that demonstrates ability to accomplish position duties
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent experience
- Experience in budgeting
- Experience in contact administration and grants management knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel), databases and financial software applications
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical thinking skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster required
Wages & Benefits: Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive medical and dental insurance plan for full time employees, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holiday, sick time, and 17 days of paid vacation, pro-rated for positions less than 40 hours a week.
We are an equal opportunity employer. At Encompass we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.
Encompass Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. We are committed to excellence through diversity and strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all clients and employees.
If you require assistance applying on-line, we have computer terminals available at our 380 Encinal Street Suite 200 office in Santa Cruz, Tel: 831-469-1700, and at our 225 Westridge Drive location in Watsonville, Tel: 831-724-3885. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment.
