Senior Budget Analyst

Description

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review and be familiar with assigned contracts - especially the financial section
  • Manage 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
  • Manage assigned departments grant billings by established deadlines and ensure that staff are properly trained on accurate billing
  • Manage department staff allocations in collaboration with other finance staff and programs
  • Manage deferred revenue, grant receivable accounts and support with collections to minimize old outstanding items
  • Prepare monthly financial analysis reports according to required timelines
  • Manage budget modifications and new grant budget preparation as applicable
  • Lead 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

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
  • 2 – 3 years’ experience hiring, training, and supervising finance staff
  • 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 forms, templates, and formulas structures in Excel that promote data management efficiency
  • This is an in-person position and reports to the office 5 days a week.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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

SALARY RANGE

$85,000 - $95,000

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

All candidates are subject to a criminal history check and meet CRCD’s criteria regarding criminal history and must pass background check conducted by LA County. CRCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or the Equal Employment Opportunity for the position (s) to the EEO/ADA Coordinator. EEO/ADA Coordinator contact: Veronica Garcia (213) 743-6193.

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