Program Financial Analyst jobs in Casper, WY

Description

Financial Analyst

Classification: Exempt
Reports to:  Senior Director of Budgeting
Date:  October 2024

 Each day at Volunteers of America, we strive to exemplify our foundational pillar of Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

At VOA we are committed to providing opportunities that help staff grow and enhance their skill sets.  As part of this commitment, we invest in on-the-job training to prepare employees for their new positions and offer professional development opportunities, coaching, and career pathways to promote our culture of helping staff advance their careers throughout the organization.

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Summary/Objective 

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial reports, conducting forecasting in coordination with the Senior Director of Budgeting, and developing financial models that support informed decision-making.  The incumbent will prepare analyses of these statements using various financial indicators including, liquidity, leverage, and activity ratios, and present conclusions to senior management and executive staff.   

Essential Functions

• Prepare and analyze standard monthly financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and statements of cash flows
• Conduct horizontal and vertical financial statement analyses and benchmark said analyses with industry standards
• Work in partnership with the Senior Director of Budgeting as well as various program directors to conduct financial forecasting and budgeting activities 
• Perform variance analysis to compare actual results with budgeted figures and previous forecasts
• Work with the senior financial leadership to develop projections of monthly and year-to-date financials within 10 business days after the end of each month
• Provide the VP of Finance with cash management ratio analysis and forecast changes in cash position and requirements
• Develop productivity measures and reporting tools for various contracts and grants
• Perform essential duties associated with payroll function, processing, reconciliation, and reporting. 
• Ensure staff allocation percentages align with grant specifications
• Manage paid time off (PTO) accruals quarterly to predict organizational exposure
• Analyze business trends and broader environmental indicators to identify potential risks and opportunities
• Provide liquidity and solvency analysis for internal decision-making
• Assist in preparing financial presentations for senior management, executive staff, and VOANR’s board of directors
• Evaluate and report on departmental financial performance
• Collaborate with members of the finance department and others to gather financial data
• Identify and implement necessary process improvements within the finance department
• Support month-end and fiscal year-end closing processes. 
• Assist the financial leadership team with audit preparation and coordination with external auditors
• Conduct risk assessments and suggest mitigation strategies
• Prepare financial models for potential future merger activities
• Analyze federal, state, and local contracts for financial implications
• Provide training and guidance to finance team members where necessary and appropriate

Competencies

• Maintenance of confidentiality and use of proper discretion
• Skills in data interpretation and statistical analysis
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles and financial statements
• Thorough understanding of spreadsheet software, preferably Excel, and financial analysis tools (such as IBISWorld).
• Strong ability to communicate complex financial information in an easily understandable manner
• Detail-oriented mindset

Supervisory Responsibility

This position may have direct supervisory responsibilities and may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the organization.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Limited travel may be expected for this position.

Required Education, Experience or Eligibility Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree and two to three years of accounting experience, or eight to ten years of experience in the accounting field, or any similar combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Five to eight years of grant, compliance, and accounting experience.

EEO Statement

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics.  Volunteers of America Northern Rockies will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.  If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 307-672-0475. 

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