Financial & Grants Analyst

About the position

The position involves recording journal entries, preparing financial statements, analyzing and reconciling accounts, creating budgets and forecasts, preparing audits, and maintaining internal controls and SOPs. The role requires assisting the Controller in the monthly financial closing, overseeing fixed assets accounting, managing grants and program finances, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational policies. The individual will also document processes, generate financial information for practical use, and collaborate with management to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Controller in the monthly financial closing by preparing monthly journal entries, reconciling assigned accounts, and assisting in the review of general ledger activities.
• Performs activities of the Fixed Assets accounting function, ensuring proper capitalization of project costs and timely submission of reports and reconciliations.
• Oversees the financial administration of grants/programs, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
• Monitors grant/program expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding requirements.
• Reconciles reported revenues to the General Ledger for accurate monthly reporting.
• Ensures all transactions follow GAAP, organizational policies, and relevant regulations.
• Participates in the annual budgeting process and monthly financial forecasting.
• Supports internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
• Documents processes, SOPs, and participates in cross-training.
• Generates and interprets financial information for practical use by others in the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Two years of finance, budgeting, accounting, or related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of accounting software, specifically NetSuite and NetSuite Planning and Budgeting.
• Experience with leasing software, especially EZ Lease.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment.