Financial Analyst

Child Care Associates - Fort Worth, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Worth, TX

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About the position

The Financial Analyst at Child Care Associates will play a crucial role in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial data to support the organization's strategic decision-making processes. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, along with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or eligibility to obtain one within 36 months of employment. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis, demonstrating proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI. In this role, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for generating regular financial reports for management, including budget versus actual analyses, and preparing presentations for the CFO to communicate financial insights to stakeholders. The analyst will assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, monitor financial performance against budgets, and provide variance analysis. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to gather necessary data for analysis and support the CFO in strategic planning and decision-making. The Financial Analyst will also ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies, assist in audits and regulatory reporting, and support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard the organization's assets. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly. Additionally, the candidate must maintain privacy and confidentiality and be able to pass a pre-employment and/or periodic physical examination and complete a background check every 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial data.
• Generate regular financial reports for management, including budget vs. actual analyses.
• Prepare presentations for the CFO to share with stakeholders to communicate financial insights.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.
• Provide guidance to departments regarding budget policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with grant and organizational standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data for analysis.
• Support CFO in strategic planning and decision-making.
• Support Director of Finance with preparation of financial statements and reports in accordance with grant and accounting standards.
• Perform accounting reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Support implementation and maintenance of internal controls to safeguard the organization assets.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Assist in audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Assist in assessment of financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations for mitigation or capitalizing on potential gains.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or eligibility to obtain CPA license within 36 months of employment.
• Two years of experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, analysis, or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, financial software).
• Ability to keep accurate accounting records.
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.