Accounting - Budget & Finance Analyst

The Budget and Financial Analyst, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, will help to manage JSSA’s financial resources, analyze data, prepare budgets, and ensure compliance with all funding regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the annual agency budgeting process by collaborating with department heads to develop program and departmental budgets.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including balance sheets and cash flow statements, for senior management and the board of directors.
• Conduct regular variance analysis, compare actual financial performance to the budget, and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with cost-benefit analysis for new and existing programs to evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support accurate allocation of costs across different programs and departments.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations with the CFO to guide the organization's financial strategy and long-term planning.
• Advise managers and leaders on optimal resource allocation to support the mission.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and work papers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• More than 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis/accounting/budgeting, preferably within a nonprofit organization.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting principles (e.g., fund accounting), grant accounting, and relevant regulations, including IRS Form 990, and GAAP.
• High proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, as well as advanced MS Office 365 applications, specifically in Excel (e.g., pivot tables, complex formulas).
• Demonstrated ability to learn Sage Intacct finance software and Sage Intacct Planning software (SIP).
• Ability to process large amounts of data, evaluate costs and benefits, and solve complex financial issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly and effectively present and explain complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, high level of accuracy, and the ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer

• Compensation range $100-120k
• 403(b) with matching contribution
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and a balanced lifestyle
• Vacation, sick and personal leave, and select Jewish and federal holidays

The Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) has been helping people across the Washington metropolitan area meet emotional, social, and physical challenges for more than 120 years. A nonsectarian provider, we serve people of all religious backgrounds, races and ethnicities, helping the youngest child to the most fragile senior, from individuals to entire families. JSSA provides services and support to nearly 31,000 individuals a year through our wide range of counseling, educational, specialized employment, in-home support, hospice and nursing care, and social services. We are a growing Agency and strive to be an Employer of Choice. As such we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a healthy work-life balance, collaborative team environment and many opportunities for personal growth and professional development. We pride ourselves on our mission to be the first place for the Jewish community, as well as the community at large, to turn for clinical and social services of the highest quality that sustain and nurture all who seek assistance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. AA/M/F/D