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Amanda Warren is looking for a Financial Analyst to join a great team in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will turn financial and operational information into clear insights that support planning, accountability, and sound business decisions. This position also contributes to core accounting activities, budgeting support, and compliance-related reporting in a mission-driven environment.
Job Responsibility
Analyze financial and operational data from the general ledger and related systems to identify patterns, explain performance, and deliver reports, dashboards, and visual summaries for leadership
Build recurring and on-demand financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses that help guide planning and resource allocation decisions
Provide cross-functional accounting support by serving as backup for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes while helping ensure accurate ledger coding across multiple cost centers and allocation structures
Prepare journal entries, complete account reconciliations, and assist with month-end close activities to strengthen accuracy and internal controls
Support year-end financial close and contribute to audit preparation, tax-related filings, Form 990 support, and other finance projects as needed
Partner with budget and grant-related stakeholders to develop budgets, monitor spending against funding requirements, and produce financial reporting for grant activity
Build effective working relationships across departments by communicating financial information clearly and establishing trust with employees at all organizational levels
Monitor developments, trends, and process improvement opportunities that may reduce costs, improve reporting quality, or strengthen financial operations
Represent the finance function at organization events and complete additional assignments in support of departmental and organizational needs
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field
At least 2 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, or a similar analytical accounting role
Strong capability in Excel, including formulas, modeling, and data analysis, with experience using analytical tools such as Python considered valuable
Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, reconciliations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Experience interpreting complex financial information and presenting findings in a clear manner to non-financial audiences
Familiarity with financial and business systems such as Sage Intacct, Bill.com, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Teams, and Windows 11
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with strong organization, time management, and critical thinking skills
Certifications such as CPA or CFA and nonprofit industry knowledge are preferred